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R981 EMX

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,927 mi
Last recorded7,927 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR981 EMX
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2024 7,927 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 7,913 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 7,747 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 7,559 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 7,404 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 7,114 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 6,782 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 6,538 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 May 2012 6,399 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 6,135 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 4,930 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 3,718 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 2,834 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 1,603 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 749 miles

Noise emmitted by horn is very quiet.

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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R981 EMX 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 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 R981 EMX, 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 R981 EMX registered?

R981 EMX is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R981 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R981 EMX 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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