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SG17 LWV

2017 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,981 mi
Last recorded7,981 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 2017 Triumph Thunderbird7,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG17 LWV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 7,981 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 5,992 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 5,985 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 5,498 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 5,481 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 2,914 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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SG17 LWV is a 2017 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2017 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 7,719 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 SG17 LWV, 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 9 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SG17 LWV registered?

SG17 LWV is a 2017 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 12 April 2017.

Is SG17 LWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG17 LWV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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