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S369 AFB

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,474 mi
Last recorded18,474 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS369 AFB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 18,474 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 18,474 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 May 2019 18,474 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak

Pass 19 May 2018 17,280 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 17,241 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

oil light on

Pass 11 Jul 2015 17,138 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 17,119 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 16,109 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 14,772 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 14,083 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2011 12,748 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 11,448 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 10,472 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 8,902 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 75,197 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 5,612 miles

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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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S369 AFB is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S369 AFB, 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

How do I check the history of S369 AFB?

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What year was S369 AFB registered?

S369 AFB is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S369 AFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S369 AFB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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