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R131 JGA

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,288 mi
Last recorded19,288 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR131 JGA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025 19,288 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 18,124 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 18,052 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 14,774 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 13,116 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 11,055 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 9,744 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 8,359 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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R131 JGA is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R131 JGA, 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 R131 JGA registered?

R131 JGA is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 February 1998.

Is R131 JGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R131 JGA shows 8 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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