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R208 NAY

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,145 mi
Last recorded18,145 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR208 NAY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Jan 2021 18,145 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 16,997 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 16,967 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 16,186 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 15,474 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 14,915 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 14,482 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 14,013 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 13,742 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 13,456 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 12,532 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 12,000 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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R208 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R208 NAY, 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 R208 NAY registered?

R208 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R208 NAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R208 NAY shows 12 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 R208 NAY have outstanding finance?

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