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WVC 666X

1982 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

24,129 mi
Last recorded24,129 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 1982 Triumph Thunderbird22,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVC 666X
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 24,129 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2022 24,129 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 23,466 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 23,466 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 22,652 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 21,068 miles

Fuel tank slightly insecure

Pass 30 Apr 2018 19,279 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 17,961 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Handlebars appear slightly bent

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 17,553 miles

rear no plate cracked

Pass 6 Feb 2014 16,677 miles

mirrors not fitted

Fail 5 Feb 2014 16,677 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

mirrors not fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2013 15,308 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 15,038 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 13,375 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

mirrors not fitted at time of test

Fail 15 Feb 2012 13,375 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

mirrors not fitted at time of test

Fail 15 Sep 2010 12,776 miles

Oil leak

Rear Registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 12,776 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2009 11,567 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 11,508 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 11,508 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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WVC 666X is a 1982 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 WVC 666X, 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 WVC 666X registered?

WVC 666X is a 1982 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 February 1982.

Is WVC 666X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVC 666X shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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