MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
54,111 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
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R859 NDS is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 R859 NDS, 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 R859 NDS?
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What year was R859 NDS registered?
R859 NDS is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 June 1998.
Is R859 NDS safe to buy?
The MOT history for R859 NDS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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