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R768 LFX

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,526 mi
Last recorded25,526 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR768 LFX
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2024 25,526 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 25,448 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 25,173 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 24,966 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 24,658 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 24,035 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 23,432 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 23,010 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 22,242 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 21,923 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 21,727 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009
Pass 15 Jul 2008 21,369 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 21,150 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 20,913 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 20,658 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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R768 LFX is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R768 LFX, 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 R768 LFX registered?

R768 LFX is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R768 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R768 LFX shows 16 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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