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R153 YLK

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

2,828 mi
Last recorded2,828 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR153 YLK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 2,828 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 2,664 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 2,664 miles

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 2,253 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 1,916 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 615 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 34,581 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 29,831 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 27,386 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 25,214 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 21,015 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 YLK is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YLK, 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 YLK registered?

R153 YLK is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R153 YLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R153 YLK 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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