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R278 NRR

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

19,512 mi
Last recorded19,512 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR278 NRR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 19,512 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 19,239 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2024 19,239 miles

Rear reflector missing Stick on reflector fitted (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 18,412 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 16,152 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 16,144 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 16,037 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 16,037 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 15,638 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 15,072 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 14,193 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 13,896 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 13,896 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 13,748 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 12,937 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 12,837 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 10,853 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 10,853 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 8,515 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 6,794 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 4,517 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 4,468 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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R278 NRR is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 R278 NRR, 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 R278 NRR registered?

R278 NRR is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R278 NRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R278 NRR shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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