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J200 ORR

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

16,061 mi
Last recorded16,061 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ200 ORR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 16,061 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 15,937 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2020 15,937 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2018 15,779 miles

Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (7.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 15,672 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 15,430 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 15,051 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 14,732 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 14,732 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 May 2013 14,574 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)

Pass 25 May 2012 13,976 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 May 2012 13,976 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 May 2011 13,658 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 13,487 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 13,487 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 13,246 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 13,246 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 12,971 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 11,838 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 6 Jan 2006 11,824 miles

Front 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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J200 ORR is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 15,472 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 J200 ORR, 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 28 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 J200 ORR registered?

J200 ORR is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is J200 ORR safe to buy?

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