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RMW 443Y

1982 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,597 mi
Last recorded75,597 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 1982 Triumph Thunderbird22,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMW 443Y
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 75,597 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 75,593 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 75,548 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 75,488 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 75,485 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2017 75,016 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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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RMW 443Y is a 1982 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 22,624 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 RMW 443Y, 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 44 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 RMW 443Y registered?

RMW 443Y is a 1982 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 November 1982.

Is RMW 443Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RMW 443Y shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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