MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
34,946 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
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R259 ABT is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Grey with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R259 ABT, 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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How do I check the history of R259 ABT?
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What year was R259 ABT registered?
R259 ABT is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 June 1998.
Is R259 ABT safe to buy?
The MOT history for R259 ABT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R259 ABT have outstanding finance?
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