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R952 XOM

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,282 mi
Last recorded21,282 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR952 XOM
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 21,282 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 20,072 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 17,785 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 17,413 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 17,271 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 17,157 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 17,149 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 16,616 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 16,478 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 16,079 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 15,846 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 15,846 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 15,495 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 14,316 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 13,732 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 13,531 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 11,382 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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R952 XOM is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R952 XOM, 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 R952 XOM registered?

R952 XOM is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R952 XOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R952 XOM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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