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T51 JNV

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,179 mi
Last recorded10,179 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT51 JNV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 10,179 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 10,059 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 9,733 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 7,912 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 7,854 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 7,689 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 7,553 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 7,545 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 7,349 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 7,027 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 3,304 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 3,289 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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T51 JNV is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 T51 JNV, 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 T51 JNV registered?

T51 JNV is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 May 1999.

Is T51 JNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T51 JNV shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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