MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
10,350 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
engine smoky on start up
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))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)
front brake is a little spongy
Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is R944 CNY safe to buy?
The MOT history for R944 CNY shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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