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R864 YDA

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

140 mi
Last recorded140 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR864 YDA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 140 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 9,421 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 9,419 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 May 2020 8,669 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 7,177 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 5,478 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 5,369 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 4,605 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 4,605 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 4,561 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 4,561 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 3,688 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 3,288 miles

screw in rear tyre

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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R864 YDA is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R864 YDA, 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 R864 YDA registered?

R864 YDA is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R864 YDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R864 YDA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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