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S976 UBC

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,632 mi
Last recorded16,632 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS976 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 16,632 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 16,520 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 16,197 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 15,949 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 15,824 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 15,682 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 15,524 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 14,903 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 14,894 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 14,606 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 13,374 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 13,000 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 12,441 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 12,441 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 12,334 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 12,175 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 12,125 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 11,907 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 11,713 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 11,301 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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S976 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S976 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 S976 UBC registered?

S976 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is S976 UBC safe to buy?

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