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R851 WWL

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

14,709 mi
Last recorded14,709 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR851 WWL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 14,709 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 13,412 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 12,892 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 11,670 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 10,569 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 10,388 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 10,302 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 10,212 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 10,046 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 10,004 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 9,287 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 May 2013 9,287 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 9,218 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 8,847 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 8,785 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 8,419 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 7,905 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 7,321 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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R851 WWL 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 R851 WWL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R851 WWL registered?

R851 WWL is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 December 1997.

Is R851 WWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R851 WWL 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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