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S251 LJF

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,769 mi
Last recorded11,769 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS251 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 11,769 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 11,076 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 10,487 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 9,868 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 9,868 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 9,167 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 8,539 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 7,685 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 7,685 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 7,269 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 6,731 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 6,147 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 5,629 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 4,972 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 3,852 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2012 3,852 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 2,705 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 2,413 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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S251 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 S251 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 S251 LJF registered?

S251 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 January 1999.

Is S251 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S251 LJF shows 18 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.

Does S251 LJF have outstanding finance?

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