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S469 JGC

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,566 mi
Last recorded16,566 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS469 JGC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2025 16,566 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 16,385 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 16,206 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 16,063 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 15,987 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 15,837 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 15,467 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 15,229 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 14,947 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 14,493 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 14,219 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 13,930 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 13,711 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 13,444 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 12,805 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 12,213 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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S469 JGC is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S469 JGC, 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 S469 JGC registered?

S469 JGC is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 4 February 1999.

Is S469 JGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S469 JGC shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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