CarVerify

Free Car Check

R59 NAY

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,607 mi
Last recorded30,607 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR59 NAY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 30,607 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 30,295 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 29,918 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2024 29,900 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm front tyre (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2021 26,398 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 26,395 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 25,400 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 23,380 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 22,336 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 20,872 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 19,041 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2005 19,041 miles

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

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
Full Triumph Thunderbird reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R59 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R59 NAY, 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 R59 NAY?

You can check the full history of R59 NAY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R59 NAY registered?

R59 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is R59 NAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R59 NAY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R59 NAY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R59 NAY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.