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T168 BBK

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

878 mi
Last recorded878 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT168 BBK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 878 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 870 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 868 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 779 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 755 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 668 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 668 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 652 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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T168 BBK is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Red 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 T168 BBK, 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 T168 BBK registered?

T168 BBK is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T168 BBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T168 BBK 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.

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