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R630 BVU

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

4,983 mi
Last recorded4,983 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR630 BVU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 4,983 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 4,967 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 4,932 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 4,885 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 4,826 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 4,736 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 4,631 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 4,214 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 4,153 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 3,977 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 3,977 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 3,832 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 2,312 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 1,747 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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R630 BVU is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R630 BVU, 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 R630 BVU registered?

R630 BVU is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R630 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R630 BVU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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