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S811 UBC

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,790 mi
Last recorded13,790 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS811 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 13,790 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 13,213 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 12,687 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 11,750 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 11,737 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 11,281 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 10,319 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 9,814 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 8,628 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 6,886 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 5,366 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 5,122 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 5,112 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 4,770 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 4,770 miles

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 3,409 miles

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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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S811 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S811 UBC, 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 S811 UBC registered?

S811 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 21 September 1998.

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