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S127 MFP

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,153 mi
Last recorded18,153 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2013
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS127 MFP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2013 18,153 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 17,984 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 17,984 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 17,932 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 17,314 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 15,319 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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S127 MFP is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S127 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S127 MFP registered?

S127 MFP is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 January 1999.

Is S127 MFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S127 MFP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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