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S830 UBC

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,058 mi
Last recorded25,058 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS830 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2022 25,058 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 24,833 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 24,812 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 24,738 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 24,697 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 24,230 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 23,163 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 22,785 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 22,316 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2012 21,380 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 20,604 miles

gear lever linkage pivot worn

Pass 14 Aug 2010 20,446 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 20,325 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 20,094 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 19,092 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 17,715 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 15,943 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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S830 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S830 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S830 UBC registered?

S830 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 28 September 1998.

Is S830 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S830 UBC shows 17 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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