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R944 CNY

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

10,350 mi
Last recorded10,350 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR944 CNY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 10,350 miles

engine smoky on start up

Pass 5 Aug 2022 10,207 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 9,931 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 9,931 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever insecure adjuster mechanism falling part/parts missing (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 9,871 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2019 9,871 miles

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

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 9,396 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 9,360 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 9,168 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 9,145 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 8,835 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 7,667 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 6,402 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 6,385 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

front brake is a little spongy

Pass 23 Jun 2008 3,311 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 3,300 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 2,109 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 2,109 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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R944 CNY is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 R944 CNY, 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 R944 CNY registered?

R944 CNY is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 13 October 1997.

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