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R511 YKO

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

49,151 mi
Last recorded49,151 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR511 YKO
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 49,151 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 49,151 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 48,723 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2017
Pass 28 May 2016 45,680 miles

Rear Small up and down movement in lower suspension linkage.

Pass 22 May 2015 43,126 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2015 43,126 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Fail 30 Apr 2014 41,382 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 41,382 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 38,686 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 36,935 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 35,642 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 33,564 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 30,850 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 29,164 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 26,342 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2005 22,976 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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R511 YKO is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R511 YKO, 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 R511 YKO registered?

R511 YKO is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R511 YKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R511 YKO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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