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YDL 90Y

1983 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,419 mi
Last recorded26,419 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2007
Typical for 1983 Triumph Thunderbird15,589 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDL 90Y
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2007 26,419 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 26,415 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 25 May 2006 24,249 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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YDL 90Y is a 1983 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 15,589 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 YDL 90Y, 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 43 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YDL 90Y registered?

YDL 90Y is a 1983 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 June 1983.

Is YDL 90Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDL 90Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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