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B199 VSR

1984 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,926 mi
Last recorded18,926 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 1984 Triumph Thunderbird15,085 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB199 VSR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 12 May 2023 18,926 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 18,719 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 18,278 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 18,060 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 18,005 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 17,862 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 17,631 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 17,299 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 17,070 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 16,774 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 16,245 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 15,403 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 15,085 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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B199 VSR is a 1984 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.1% with a typical mileage of 15,085 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 B199 VSR, 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 42 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B199 VSR registered?

B199 VSR is a 1984 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 14 September 1984.

Is B199 VSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B199 VSR shows 13 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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