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R619 NOU

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,476 mi
Last recorded16,476 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR619 NOU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 16,476 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 16,381 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 16,101 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 16,090 miles

Headlamp beam image kick-up covered with tape

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 May 2016 15,044 miles

Headlamp converter fitted

Fail 25 May 2016 15,044 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp converter fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2015 13,994 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 11,400 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 10,982 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 10,444 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 10,037 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 31 Mar 2010 10,037 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 20 May 2008 9,255 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 8,594 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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R619 NOU is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R619 NOU, 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

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What year was R619 NOU registered?

R619 NOU is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for R619 NOU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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