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S337 LJF

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,207 mi
Last recorded4,207 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS337 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 4,207 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 4,092 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 3,641 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 3,629 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 3,316 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 3,055 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 3,055 miles

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 2,559 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 2,176 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 1,600 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 545 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 545 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 455 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010
Pass 19 Aug 2009 10,016 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 8,973 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 7,858 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 6,812 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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S337 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 88.9%.

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 S337 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 S337 LJF registered?

S337 LJF is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 February 1999.

Is S337 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S337 LJF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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