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S232 LJF

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

20,755 mi
Last recorded20,755 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS232 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 20,755 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 20,552 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 19,817 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 19,658 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 19,319 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 18,180 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 10,848 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 16,766 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 15,892 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 15,179 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 13,570 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 11,645 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 11,313 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 10,913 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 10,804 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 10,117 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 9,890 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 8,894 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 8,886 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 2 Aug 2005 7,221 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2005 7,221 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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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S232 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 S232 LJF, 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 S232 LJF registered?

S232 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 January 1999.

Is S232 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S232 LJF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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