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SJ18 FDN

2018 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,505 mi
Last recorded7,505 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Triumph Thunderbird7,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ18 FDN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 7,505 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 7,238 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre getting low and starting to perish (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 7,159 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 7,084 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 6,944 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 6,683 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 19 Mar 2021 6,683 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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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SJ18 FDN is a 2018 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 7,238 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 SJ18 FDN, 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 8 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SJ18 FDN?

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What year was SJ18 FDN registered?

SJ18 FDN is a 2018 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 23 March 2018.

Is SJ18 FDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ18 FDN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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