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R862 WOF

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,773 mi
Last recorded16,773 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR862 WOF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 16,773 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 16,346 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 15,718 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 15,659 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2022 15,659 miles

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 5 Sep 2015 15,615 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 15,512 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 15,178 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 14,673 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 13,609 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 12,712 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 12,712 miles

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 12,634 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 11,973 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 11,973 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 11,408 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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R862 WOF is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R862 WOF, 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 R862 WOF registered?

R862 WOF is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 February 1998.

Is R862 WOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R862 WOF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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