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R255 ALH

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,846 mi
Last recorded6,846 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR255 ALH
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2023 6,846 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 6,569 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 6,341 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 5,527 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 5,117 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 4,144 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 4,127 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 4,038 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 3,991 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 3,829 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 3,541 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 3,023 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 2,370 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 1,974 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 1,942 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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R255 ALH is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 R255 ALH, 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 R255 ALH registered?

R255 ALH is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R255 ALH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R255 ALH shows 15 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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