MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
31,394 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))
clutch lever worn on pivot
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))
clutch lever worn on pivot
Handlebars slightly loose
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GVF 53D is a 1966 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1966 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 20,189 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 GVF 53D, 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 60 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was GVF 53D registered?
GVF 53D is a 1966 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 14 March 1966.
Is GVF 53D safe to buy?
The MOT history for GVF 53D shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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