MOT Status
ValidMileage
53,850 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
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R309 GBW 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 86.4%.
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 R309 GBW, 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
How do I check the history of R309 GBW?
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What year was R309 GBW registered?
R309 GBW is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 8 April 1998.
Is R309 GBW safe to buy?
The MOT history for R309 GBW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R309 GBW have outstanding finance?
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