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R833 LNP

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

15,296 mi
Last recorded15,296 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR833 LNP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 15,296 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 14,629 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2024 14,629 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 14,343 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 14,343 miles

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

Central Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 14,067 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 13,370 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 12,902 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 12,144 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 11,519 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 11,336 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 10,950 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 May 2010 9,965 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 9,965 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 23 May 2009 8,428 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 7,637 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 6,922 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 4,346 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 4,205 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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R833 LNP is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R833 LNP, 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 R833 LNP registered?

R833 LNP is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R833 LNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R833 LNP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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