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S480 NNV

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

White Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

35,612 mi
Last recorded35,612 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS480 NNV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 35,612 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 34,288 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2023 31,947 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 31,174 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 30,990 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 30,594 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 30,594 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect character size (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 30,366 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 30,106 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 29,625 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 28,611 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 27,605 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 20,576 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 20,476 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 19,678 miles

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

mainstand pivot sticky

Pass 28 Apr 2010 12,950 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 12,910 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2007 12,850 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2005 11,562 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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S480 NNV is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in White with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 S480 NNV, 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 S480 NNV registered?

S480 NNV is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S480 NNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S480 NNV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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