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R920 OTY

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,710 mi
Last recorded46,710 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR920 OTY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2023 46,710 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 44,979 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 May 2019 44,101 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 43,751 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 42,572 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 42,131 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 41,322 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2013 40,289 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 39,653 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 36,375 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 34,276 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 33,209 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 32,910 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 32,513 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 31,391 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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R920 OTY is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R920 OTY, 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 R920 OTY registered?

R920 OTY is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is R920 OTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R920 OTY shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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