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VRL 313W

1981 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

8,571 mi
Last recorded8,571 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Triumph Thunderbird32,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRL 313W
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 8,571 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 6,621 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 5,298 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 5,205 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 4,126 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 3,980 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 2,530 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 2,499 miles

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 2,499 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 1,512 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 1,210 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 5 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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VRL 313W is a 1981 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 32,694 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 VRL 313W, 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 45 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 VRL 313W registered?

VRL 313W is a 1981 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is VRL 313W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRL 313W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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