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T52 AJT

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

37,957 mi
Last recorded37,957 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT52 AJT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 37,957 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 37,799 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 37,656 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 37,143 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 36,956 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 36,321 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 35,969 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 35,234 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 34,902 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 34,601 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 33,782 miles

rear brake pads wearing down

Pass 5 Aug 2014 33,223 miles

rear brake pads wearing down

Pass 9 Aug 2013 32,171 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 32,037 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 31,269 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 31,266 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 29,177 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 26,262 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 20,908 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 16,106 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 10,908 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 9,380 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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T52 AJT is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 T52 AJT, 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 T52 AJT registered?

T52 AJT is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T52 AJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T52 AJT shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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