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R153 EGV

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

13,424 mi
Last recorded13,424 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR153 EGV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 13,424 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 May 2022 13,088 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 12,997 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 12,576 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 12,277 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 11,911 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 11,908 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2016 11,313 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 11,002 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 10,472 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 9,879 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 9,572 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 8,950 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 8,431 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 7,911 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 7,343 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 7,343 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 6,486 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 5,434 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 4,456 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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R153 EGV is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R153 EGV, 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 R153 EGV registered?

R153 EGV is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R153 EGV safe to buy?

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