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T239 KLA

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,785 mi
Last recorded32,785 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT239 KLA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 32,785 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 31,969 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 31,571 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 31,285 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 30,380 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 30,095 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 29,239 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 28,704 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 27,647 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 26,446 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 25,725 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 25,076 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 24,187 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 23,616 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 23,110 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 22,493 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 21,628 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 20,910 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 24 May 2007 20,141 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 17,304 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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T239 KLA is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 T239 KLA, 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 T239 KLA registered?

T239 KLA is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 10 March 1999.

Is T239 KLA safe to buy?

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