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S356 KFJ

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

22,084 mi
Last recorded22,084 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS356 KFJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2015 22,084 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 220,077 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 22,073 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 22,017 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 21,841 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 21,352 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 21,352 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 20,819 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 20,245 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 20,245 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 19,710 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 19,415 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 19,415 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 18,803 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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S356 KFJ is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S356 KFJ, 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 S356 KFJ registered?

S356 KFJ is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 18 August 1998.

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