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R966 EFC

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,197 mi
Last recorded14,197 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR966 EFC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2025 14,197 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 14,068 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 14,063 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 14,002 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 13,904 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 13,674 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 13,357 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 13,230 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 13,171 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 12,965 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 12,881 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 12,544 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 May 2013 11,952 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 11,246 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 10,253 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 10,032 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 9,607 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 8,901 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 7,516 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 6,390 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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R966 EFC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 R966 EFC, 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 R966 EFC registered?

R966 EFC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 18 April 1998.

Is R966 EFC safe to buy?

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