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R522 VUY

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

20,085 mi
Last recorded20,085 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR522 VUY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 20,085 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 19,332 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 18,626 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 17,369 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 16,085 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 16,085 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 14,896 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 14,866 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 14,837 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 14,829 miles

Offside Rear Brake component is slightly corroded lever stiff (3.1.5)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 14,575 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 14,393 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 13,785 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 12,777 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 12,087 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 10,793 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 10,486 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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R522 VUY is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R522 VUY, 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

How do I check the history of R522 VUY?

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What year was R522 VUY registered?

R522 VUY is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R522 VUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R522 VUY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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