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R457 XTP

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

11,567 mi
Last recorded11,567 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR457 XTP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 11,567 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2026 11,567 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect European headlight fitted, temporary fix applied. (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 11,535 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2023 11,535 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 11,378 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front brake lever brake light swithc poor connection

Pass 28 May 2021 11,180 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 10,819 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2018 10,600 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 9,707 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 8,086 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2008 8,086 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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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R457 XTP 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 72.7%.

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 R457 XTP, 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 R457 XTP registered?

R457 XTP is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R457 XTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R457 XTP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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