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K155 YAR

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

18,257 mi
Last recorded18,257 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK155 YAR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 18,257 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 17,937 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 16,203 miles

Coolant leak Slight leak from top radiator hose.

Front Fork bottom yoke missing 2 of the 4 pinch bolts

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Sep 2021 16,203 miles

Coolant leak Slight leak from top radiator hose.

Front Fork bottom yoke missing 2 of the 4 pinch bolts

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 16,178 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 16,122 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 15,303 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 15,275 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 15,256 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 14,817 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 14,545 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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K155 YAR is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 14,415 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 K155 YAR, 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 27 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 K155 YAR registered?

K155 YAR is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is K155 YAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K155 YAR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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