CarVerify

Free Car Check

S250 LJF

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

17,478 mi
Last recorded17,478 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS250 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 17,478 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 15,453 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 13,399 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 11,273 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 10,783 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 10,193 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2016 9,905 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 9,364 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 8,972 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 8,217 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 7,882 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 7,835 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 7,479 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 6,966 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 6,966 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Jun 2006 6,137 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
Full Triumph Thunderbird reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S250 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 S250 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 S250 LJF?

You can check the full history of S250 LJF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S250 LJF registered?

S250 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 January 1999.

Is S250 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S250 LJF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S250 LJF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S250 LJF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.