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R364 UFR

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

35,626 mi
Last recorded35,626 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR364 UFR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 35,626 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 34,289 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 32,164 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 30,138 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 28,377 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 25,986 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 24,465 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 23,635 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 23,333 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 22,272 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 21,369 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 20,023 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 19,279 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 17,826 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 16,125 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 15,706 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 14,401 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 12,436 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 11,483 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 10,203 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 9,083 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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R364 UFR is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R364 UFR, 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

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What year was R364 UFR registered?

R364 UFR is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is R364 UFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R364 UFR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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