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R307 OJT

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

20,507 mi
Last recorded20,507 miles
Recorded on18 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR307 OJT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2021 20,507 miles

Front Front Tyre has low tread on centre

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

Fail 18 May 2021 20,507 miles

Front Front Tyre has low tread on centre

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 31 May 2019 20,078 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 19,883 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 19,967 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 19,396 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 19,396 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 19,264 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 18,805 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 18,427 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 16,972 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake lever travel getting long ? recommend inspection

Pass 12 Apr 2011 14,489 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

number plate light not working ?

Fail 12 Apr 2011 14,489 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

number plate light not working ?

Pass 27 Jan 2010 13,100 miles

Coolant leak

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Aug 2007 12,964 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 12,188 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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R307 OJT is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R307 OJT, 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 R307 OJT registered?

R307 OJT is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 19 May 1998.

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