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S96 ORV

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

19,981 mi
Last recorded19,981 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS96 ORV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 19,981 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 19,956 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 19,933 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 18,605 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 17,379 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 15,570 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 2,847 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 13,332 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 12,118 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 12,090 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 10,910 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 10,523 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 10,523 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 9,491 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2005 6,297 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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S96 ORV is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 S96 ORV, 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 S96 ORV registered?

S96 ORV is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S96 ORV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S96 ORV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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