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T185 APO

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,126 mi
Last recorded36,126 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT185 APO
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 36,126 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 35,492 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 35,454 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 35,183 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 34,818 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 34,793 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2019 34,793 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 34,635 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 34,337 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 7 Jul 2017 34,337 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 34,274 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 34,221 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 34,045 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

rear tyre has cracks around the sidewall.

Pass 18 Aug 2012 33,494 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 32,612 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 29,725 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 27,122 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2008 24,554 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 21,864 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2006 17,058 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Apr 2006 17,058 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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T185 APO is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T185 APO, 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 T185 APO registered?

T185 APO is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 March 1999.

Is T185 APO safe to buy?

The MOT history for T185 APO shows 21 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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