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S126 MFP

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

32,403 mi
Last recorded32,403 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS126 MFP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 32,403 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 32,403 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 32,370 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2020 32,370 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2019 31,941 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 31,576 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 30,925 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

upper exhaust silencer bracket missing

Pass 24 Aug 2016 29,546 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 28,188 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2015 28,188 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 26,399 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 26,353 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 25,856 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 24,749 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 23,558 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 23,081 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 21,734 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 20,095 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 18,606 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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S126 MFP is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 14,415 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S126 MFP, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S126 MFP registered?

S126 MFP is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 January 1999.

Is S126 MFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S126 MFP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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