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S943 UBC

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,249 mi
Last recorded12,249 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2010
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS943 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2010 12,249 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 12,249 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 12,140 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 12,100 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 25,247 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 24,417 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 24,417 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

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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S943 UBC is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 S943 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 27 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S943 UBC registered?

S943 UBC is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S943 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S943 UBC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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