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R488 BBD

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,215 mi
Last recorded7,215 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR488 BBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 7,215 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 7,213 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 7,212 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 7,194 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 7,054 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 7,036 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 6,962 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 6,790 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 6,652 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 6,516 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 6,338 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 5,283 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 5,168 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 5,091 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 5,065 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 4,961 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 4,770 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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R488 BBD is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R488 BBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R488 BBD registered?

R488 BBD is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R488 BBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R488 BBD shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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