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S303 LJF

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,398 mi
Last recorded18,398 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS303 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2024 18,398 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 18,374 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 18,308 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 18,259 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 17,991 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 17,991 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 17,815 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 17,699 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 17,166 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 17,006 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 16,562 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 15,923 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 15,906 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2010 15,440 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 14,964 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 14,106 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Nov 2007 14,106 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2006 13,326 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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S303 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 S303 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 S303 LJF registered?

S303 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 February 1999.

Is S303 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S303 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.

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