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S582 FTA

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

12,882 mi
Last recorded12,882 miles
Recorded on26 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS582 FTA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2025 12,882 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 12,700 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 12,692 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 12,559 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 12,454 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 12,170 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 31,349 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 29,653 miles

rear brake binding

Pass 29 May 2010 27,324 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 25,764 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 24,024 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 22,570 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 22,410 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 May 2006 22,410 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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S582 FTA is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 S582 FTA, 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 S582 FTA registered?

S582 FTA is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 November 1998.

Is S582 FTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S582 FTA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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