MOT Status
ValidMileage
39,784 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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T138 ARP is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 T138 ARP, 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 T138 ARP registered?
T138 ARP is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 12 April 1999.
Is T138 ARP safe to buy?
The MOT history for T138 ARP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does T138 ARP have outstanding finance?
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