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R801 KFE

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,799 mi
Last recorded40,799 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR801 KFE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 31 Aug 2023 40,799 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 40,799 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 40,799 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 40,799 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 40,799 miles

Rear brake binding.

Pass 21 Jun 2016 40,705 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 39,963 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 39,217 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2013 39,177 miles

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

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

Offside Brake master cylinder has a slightly worn master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 38,061 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 37,212 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 35,481 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 32,851 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2007 27,674 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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R801 KFE 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 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 R801 KFE, 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 R801 KFE registered?

R801 KFE is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R801 KFE safe to buy?

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