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R233 SCK

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

16,374 mi
Last recorded16,374 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR233 SCK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 16,374 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2025 16,106 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 15,508 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 15,504 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 14,085 miles
Fail 7 May 2022 14,085 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 May 2021 13,516 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 12,484 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 12,019 miles

Horn deteriorating

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 11,535 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 11,534 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jul 2015 9,364 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 6,065 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 5,921 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 5,443 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 5,424 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 3,571 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 3,410 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 3,391 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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R233 SCK is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R233 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.

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What year was R233 SCK registered?

R233 SCK is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 February 1998.

Is R233 SCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R233 SCK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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