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S34 BGH

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,489 mi
Last recorded5,489 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS34 BGH
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 18 May 2026 5,489 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 5,457 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 5,437 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 5,371 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 5,343 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 5,326 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 5,313 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 5,272 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 5,262 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 5,113 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 5,104 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 5,074 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 5,023 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 5,016 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 4,995 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 4,908 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 4,902 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 4,844 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 4,644 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 4,504 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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S34 BGH is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 S34 BGH, 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 S34 BGH registered?

S34 BGH is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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