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S249 LJF

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,679 mi
Last recorded16,679 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS249 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2025 16,679 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 16,670 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 16,652 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 16,651 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 16,631 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 16,622 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 16,497 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 16,488 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 16,217 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 16,211 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 15,872 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 15,416 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 14,993 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 13,776 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 13,655 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 12,983 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 9,964 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 7,730 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 6,739 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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S249 LJF 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 100%.

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 S249 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

How do I check the history of S249 LJF?

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What year was S249 LJF registered?

S249 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 January 1999.

Is S249 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S249 LJF shows 19 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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