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S517 LLT

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

42,193 mi
Last recorded42,193 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS517 LLT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2015 42,193 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 42,193 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 38,973 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 38,331 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 38,331 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2012 36,575 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 36,575 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 34,498 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 34,498 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 32,937 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Jun 2009 30,848 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2008 28,645 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Jun 2007 25,059 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 21,292 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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S517 LLT is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S517 LLT, 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 S517 LLT registered?

S517 LLT is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is S517 LLT safe to buy?

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