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R420 XEV

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,232 mi
Last recorded3,232 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR420 XEV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2025 3,232 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 3,207 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 3,199 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 3,182 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 3,172 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 3,169 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 3,149 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 3,095 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 3,031 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 2,984 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 2,925 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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R420 XEV is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R420 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 R420 XEV registered?

R420 XEV is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 February 1998.

Is R420 XEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R420 XEV shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R420 XEV have outstanding finance?

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