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R404 XEV

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

6,276 mi
Last recorded6,276 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR404 XEV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 6,276 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 5,659 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 5,533 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 5,301 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 5,300 miles

Stop lamp not working on front lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 5,225 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 5,016 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 4,204 miles

1/ front and rear tyres becoming perished

Pass 3 Aug 2017 3,680 miles

rear tyre becoming perished in tread

Pass 23 Jul 2016 2,723 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 2,723 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 2,599 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 2,367 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 1,910 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 1,823 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 1,792 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 1,761 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 1,693 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 1,215 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 1,134 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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R404 XEV 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 90%.

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 R404 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 R404 XEV registered?

R404 XEV is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is R404 XEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R404 XEV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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