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S434 FUD

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS434 FUD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 5 May 2018

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 10 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2016

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 18,023 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 27 Apr 2012 14,081 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 14,081 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 14,014 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 33,450 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2009 28,660 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 28,660 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 20,592 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 12,095 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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S434 FUD is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 S434 FUD, 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 S434 FUD registered?

S434 FUD is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is S434 FUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S434 FUD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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