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R424 KGP

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

48,707 mi
Last recorded48,707 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR424 KGP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 48,707 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 48,692 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2019 48,666 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 48,509 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 48,417 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 48,232 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 May 2016 48,198 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2015 47,724 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 47,690 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2014 47,352 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 46,963 miles

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 46,553 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 45,921 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2011 45,921 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 45,107 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 43,895 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 42,460 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 40,367 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 35,022 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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R424 KGP is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R424 KGP, 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.

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What year was R424 KGP registered?

R424 KGP is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 18 May 1998.

Is R424 KGP safe to buy?

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