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R756 RBV

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

5,307 mi
Last recorded5,307 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR756 RBV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 5,307 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 5,270 miles

Oil leak on sump

Pass 22 May 2024 5,166 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

oil leak on sump

Pass 21 Apr 2023 4,942 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 4,262 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2020 4,234 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 4,202 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 3,419 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 2,449 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 2,043 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 1,281 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 1,281 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2012 5 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 16,812 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 16,474 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 16,221 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 15,651 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Apr 2006 12,055 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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R756 RBV is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R756 RBV, 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 R756 RBV registered?

R756 RBV is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R756 RBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R756 RBV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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