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R487 JGH

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

5,206 mi
Last recorded5,206 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR487 JGH
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 5,206 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 5,160 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 5,092 miles

front tyre perishing

Pass 4 Jun 2019 5,063 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 5,028 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 5,005 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 4,984 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 4,915 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 4,915 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 4,892 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 4,866 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 4,821 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 4,808 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 4,795 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 4,756 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 4,752 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 4,703 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 4,598 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?

Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
6,108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 473
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 371
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 285
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 249
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 173
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R487 JGH is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 15,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Thunderbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R487 JGH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thunderbird typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R487 JGH registered?

R487 JGH is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R487 JGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R487 JGH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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