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R621 FPU

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

19,422 mi
Last recorded19,422 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR621 FPU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 19,422 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 19,066 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 18,773 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 18,464 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 18,204 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 17,924 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 17,537 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 17,065 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 16,576 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 16,535 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 16,535 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 16,522 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 15,590 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 15,298 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 14,725 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 13,945 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 13,457 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 10,626 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 8,860 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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R621 FPU is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 R621 FPU, 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 R621 FPU registered?

R621 FPU is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 7 March 1998.

Is R621 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R621 FPU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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