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S320 UAB

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

11,116 mi
Last recorded11,116 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS320 UAB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 11,116 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 10,993 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 10,593 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 10,498 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 10,467 miles

Nearside Front Upper Forks slightly corroded Light pitting of chrome stanchon (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Front o/s fork seal light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Forks slightly corroded Light pitting of chrome stanchon (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 10,458 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened fork stanchion light pitting of chrome slider (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened fork stanchion lightly pitted chrome slider (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 10,333 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 10,333 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2016 10,112 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to min wear limit just over the 1mm requirement (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2015 9,823 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 8,852 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 7,675 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 7,381 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 6,569 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 4,927 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 4,886 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 4,254 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 4,254 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 4,093 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 4,093 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 3,935 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 3,935 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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S320 UAB is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 15,472 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 S320 UAB, 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 28 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 S320 UAB registered?

S320 UAB is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S320 UAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S320 UAB shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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