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R970 DVM

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

22,502 mi
Last recorded22,502 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR970 DVM
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 22,502 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 22,442 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 22,365 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 22,272 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 22,179 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 22,098 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 21,842 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 21,710 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 21,585 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 21,521 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 21,161 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 20,488 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 20,488 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 20,268 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 19,737 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 19,552 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 18,206 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 17,567 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 16,205 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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R970 DVM is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 15,472 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 R970 DVM, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R970 DVM registered?

R970 DVM is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is R970 DVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R970 DVM shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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