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S254 LJF

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,560 mi
Last recorded5,560 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS254 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 5,560 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2024 5,560 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 5,056 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 4,330 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 4,087 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 3,896 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 3,837 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 3,781 miles

front tyre has small splits on tyre wall

Fail 7 Jun 2013 3,781 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

front tyre has small splits on tyre wall

Pass 16 May 2012 3,766 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 3,648 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 3,145 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 2,931 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 2,849 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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S254 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S254 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 S254 LJF registered?

S254 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 January 1999.

Is S254 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S254 LJF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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