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R344 BOC

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,827 mi
Last recorded4,827 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR344 BOC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 4,827 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 3,295 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 14,942 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 13,749 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 11,944 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 11,933 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 11,508 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 10,477 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 9,390 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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R344 BOC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R344 BOC, 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 R344 BOC registered?

R344 BOC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 7 May 1998.

Is R344 BOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R344 BOC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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