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S628 BBD

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

43,219 mi
Last recorded43,219 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS628 BBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 43,219 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 43,205 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 42,524 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 40,617 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2016 38,553 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 37,435 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 36,631 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 36,631 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 34,412 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 34,412 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 10 Jul 2012 33,454 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 33,454 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 30,871 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 30,871 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 28,946 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 27,705 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 27,705 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 26,250 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 24,337 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 24,337 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 21,890 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 21,402 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 27 May 2005 19,344 miles

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

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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S628 BBD is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 S628 BBD, 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.

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What year was S628 BBD registered?

S628 BBD is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S628 BBD safe to buy?

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