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M6 OPH

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,664 mi
Last recorded3,664 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM6 OPH
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2025 3,664 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 3,507 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 3,409 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 3,049 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 2,781 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 2,333 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 1,964 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 1,380 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 156 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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M6 OPH is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 M6 OPH, 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 M6 OPH registered?

M6 OPH is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 7 May 1998.

Is M6 OPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M6 OPH shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M6 OPH have outstanding finance?

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