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R223 SCK

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,549 mi
Last recorded18,549 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR223 SCK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 18,549 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 18,004 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 16,991 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 15,875 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 15,559 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 15,247 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 14,823 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 14,553 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 13,351 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 12,605 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 12,319 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 12,164 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 11,179 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2009 9,583 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 7,105 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 5,913 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 5,250 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

nearside silencer was loose tightend up

side stand stiff to retract

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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R223 SCK is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 R223 SCK, 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 R223 SCK registered?

R223 SCK is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 9 February 1998.

Is R223 SCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R223 SCK shows 17 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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