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R689 EGP

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,736 mi
Last recorded14,736 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR689 EGP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 14,736 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 14,271 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 13,775 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 13,114 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 12,797 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 12,191 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 12,191 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 11,368 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 10,764 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 10,091 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 9,546 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 8,595 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 7,405 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2015 7,405 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 6,590 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 5,435 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 4,990 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 4,296 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 3,066 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 2,688 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 2,534 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 2,219 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 2,219 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 2,069 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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R689 EGP is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R689 EGP, 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 R689 EGP registered?

R689 EGP is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 29 April 1998.

Is R689 EGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R689 EGP shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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