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A198 JOD

1983 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,192 mi
Last recorded20,192 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 1983 Triumph Thunderbird15,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA198 JOD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2021 20,192 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 20,192 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 20,191 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 20,191 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 20,181 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 20,167 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 19,968 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 19,897 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 19,824 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 19,305 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 18,815 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 18,530 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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A198 JOD is a 1983 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 A198 JOD, 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 A198 JOD registered?

A198 JOD is a 1983 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 18 August 1983.

Is A198 JOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A198 JOD shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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