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R374 LRY

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

48,967 mi
Last recorded48,967 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR374 LRY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 48,967 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 46,615 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements NO LIGHT, ON PEDAL PRESS (4.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 42,778 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 39,935 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 39,692 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 37,951 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 36,888 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 35,984 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 34,874 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 34,504 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 33,879 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 32,536 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 31,603 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 29,943 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2012 28,282 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 19 Apr 2012 28,282 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 27,815 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 24,547 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 16,485 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 14,018 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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R374 LRY is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 R374 LRY, 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 R374 LRY registered?

R374 LRY is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 18 March 1998.

Is R374 LRY safe to buy?

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