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R953 JUG

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

38,031 mi
Last recorded38,031 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR953 JUG
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2021 38,031 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 35,453 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 32,127 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 29,476 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 26,276 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 22,402 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 22,402 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 20,472 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 16,692 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 14,628 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 13,829 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 13,563 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 12,201 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 10,587 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 89,646 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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R953 JUG is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 R953 JUG, 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 R953 JUG registered?

R953 JUG is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 March 1998.

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The MOT history for R953 JUG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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