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S99 TBS

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,733 mi
Last recorded6,733 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS99 TBS
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 6,733 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 6,710 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 6,655 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 6,594 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 6,424 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Fail 5 Jun 2007 6,362 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 6,362 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 6,249 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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S99 TBS is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S99 TBS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S99 TBS registered?

S99 TBS is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 February 1999.

Is S99 TBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S99 TBS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S99 TBS have outstanding finance?

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