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R687 YFC

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

9,234 mi
Last recorded9,234 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR687 YFC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2022 9,234 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Sep 2022 9,234 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 9,153 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 8,938 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 8,495 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 8,011 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 7,762 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 7,535 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 7,385 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 7,252 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 7,090 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 6,895 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 May 2009 6,527 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 5,342 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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R687 YFC is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R687 YFC, 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 R687 YFC registered?

R687 YFC is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R687 YFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R687 YFC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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