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R993 LUT

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

42,199 mi
Last recorded42,199 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR993 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 42,199 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 42,045 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 41,662 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 40,482 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 40,482 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 39,351 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 38,323 miles

Steering bearings slightly notchy

Pass 24 Aug 2018 37,380 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 35,700 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 34,058 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 32,839 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 31,947 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 30,649 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 29,747 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 28,981 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 27,354 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 25,418 miles

1. front tyre at legal limitson n/s edge. 2. rear tyre near legal limits.

Pass 28 May 2008 23,478 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 20,614 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 18,478 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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R993 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 R993 LUT, 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 R993 LUT registered?

R993 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R993 LUT safe to buy?

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