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S255 LJF

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,939 mi
Last recorded15,939 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS255 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 15,939 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2026 15,939 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 15,733 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 15,676 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Nail in tyre

Offside front indicator stem loose.

Pass 3 Feb 2015 14,394 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 14,376 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 14,371 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 14,363 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 14,065 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2006 13,639 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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S255 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 90%.

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 S255 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 S255 LJF registered?

S255 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 January 1999.

Is S255 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S255 LJF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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