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S330 LJF

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

37,387 mi
Last recorded37,387 miles
Recorded on20 May 2023
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS330 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2023 37,387 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 33,151 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 30,530 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2020 29,549 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 27,365 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 25,392 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 25,378 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 25,097 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 24,585 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2015 24,142 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 23,717 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 23,363 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 23,018 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 22,617 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 22,224 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 21,545 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 20,936 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 20,380 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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S330 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 S330 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 S330 LJF registered?

S330 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 February 1999.

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The MOT history for S330 LJF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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