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R311 NFT

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

6,291 mi
Last recorded6,291 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR311 NFT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2023 6,291 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 5,693 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 5,693 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 4,789 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 4,192 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 4,175 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 3,857 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 3,146 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 3,134 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 27 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 12 miles

Front Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 15,228 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 13,570 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 12,884 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2006 12,052 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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R311 NFT is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R311 NFT, 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 R311 NFT registered?

R311 NFT is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R311 NFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R311 NFT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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