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T344 HRV

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

24,420 mi
Last recorded24,420 miles
Recorded on7 May 2022
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT344 HRV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2022 24,420 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 24,232 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 23,866 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 22,857 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 22,857 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 22,753 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 22,450 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 22,450 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 22,425 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

suspect battery in slightly low state of charge

very small cut in seat cushion

Pass 25 Jul 2012 21,924 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 20,691 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 20,647 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

sealing ring around fuel tank perished

Pass 9 May 2009 19,504 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 18,094 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 16,298 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2007 16,298 miles

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.

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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T344 HRV is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 T344 HRV, 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 T344 HRV registered?

T344 HRV is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 4 August 1999.

Is T344 HRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T344 HRV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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