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S253 LJF

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

10,595 mi
Last recorded10,595 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2023
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS253 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2023 10,595 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 10,401 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2014 10,401 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 10,275 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 10,271 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 10,086 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 10,009 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 10,009 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 9,439 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 9,439 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(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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S253 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 S253 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 S253 LJF registered?

S253 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 January 1999.

Is S253 LJF safe to buy?

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