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R965 DVM

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,009 mi
Last recorded13,009 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR965 DVM
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2025 13,009 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2012 12,985 miles

front tyre has hair line cracks in walls,but tyre is tubed

Pass 15 Mar 2007 10,466 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 9,508 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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R965 DVM is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 R965 DVM, 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 R965 DVM registered?

R965 DVM is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R965 DVM safe to buy?

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