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R617 ORB

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,328 mi
Last recorded16,328 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR617 ORB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 16,328 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 16,237 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 15,143 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 15,143 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 14,387 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 14,175 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 13,034 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 12,332 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 11,228 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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R617 ORB is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R617 ORB, 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 R617 ORB registered?

R617 ORB is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 9 February 1998.

Is R617 ORB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R617 ORB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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