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R625 FPU

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,738 mi
Last recorded6,738 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR625 FPU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 6,738 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 6,723 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2014 6,678 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 6,619 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 6,492 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 6,345 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 6,243 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 6,243 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 6,107 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 5,911 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 5,671 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 5,309 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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R625 FPU is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon 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 R625 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.

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How do I check the history of R625 FPU?

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What year was R625 FPU registered?

R625 FPU is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R625 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R625 FPU 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.

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