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R139 MTV

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

34,644 mi
Last recorded34,644 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR139 MTV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 34,644 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2016 33,110 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2015 32,229 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 17 Apr 2015 32,214 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2014 27,820 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 24,223 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 21,171 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 19,547 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 16,156 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 9,202 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 5,494 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 1,238 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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R139 MTV is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R139 MTV, 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.

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What year was R139 MTV registered?

R139 MTV is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 10 July 1998.

Is R139 MTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R139 MTV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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