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V274 UBD

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

47,507 mi
Last recorded47,507 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV274 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 47,507 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2025 47,369 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 47,369 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 46,817 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 46,791 miles

Nearside Front Indicator lense cracked

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 46,324 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2017 45,158 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 43,977 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 42,257 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2013 40,792 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 40,792 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 40,750 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 16 Jun 2006 39,192 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 39,192 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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V274 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 V274 UBD, 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 V274 UBD registered?

V274 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 October 1999.

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