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T783 EGT

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,944 mi
Last recorded3,944 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT783 EGT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 May 2026 3,944 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 3,327 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 1,089 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 15,444 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 15,369 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 15,105 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 11,529 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 7,318 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 4,023 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 3,320 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 2,318 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2006 1,370 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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T783 EGT 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 T783 EGT, 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 T783 EGT registered?

T783 EGT is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 10 April 1999.

Is T783 EGT safe to buy?

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