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R398 XEV

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

2,896 mi
Last recorded2,896 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR398 XEV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 2,896 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 2,879 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 2,840 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 2,630 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 2,581 miles

Both Tyres In Poor Condition

Fail 23 Apr 2019 2,581 miles

Both Tyres In Poor Condition

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2016 2,510 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 2,441 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 2,385 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 2,353 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 2,197 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 2,093 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 1,961 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 1,931 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 1,930 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 1,930 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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R398 XEV is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R398 XEV, 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 R398 XEV registered?

R398 XEV is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 February 1998.

Is R398 XEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R398 XEV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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