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RRX 141Y

1982 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

53,373 mi
Last recorded53,373 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1982 Triumph Thunderbird22,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRX 141Y
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1982
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 53,373 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 53,121 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 52,482 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 51,689 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 50,781 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 50,328 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 49,527 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 48,161 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 46,653 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 45,054 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 42,993 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 40,892 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 40,014 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 39,604 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 38,439 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 37,876 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 37,553 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 37,248 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 37,248 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 34,810 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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RRX 141Y is a 1982 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 RRX 141Y, 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 RRX 141Y registered?

RRX 141Y is a 1982 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 October 1982.

Is RRX 141Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRX 141Y shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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