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V282 UBD

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,251 mi
Last recorded36,251 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV282 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2025 36,251 miles

front brake discs showing scoring

rear brake discs showing fluctuation

Pass 19 Sep 2024 34,900 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 33,866 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 32,677 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 30,802 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 29,286 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 28,337 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 27,568 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 26,890 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 25,812 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 24,826 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 23,793 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 22,543 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 21,856 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 20,988 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2010 19,838 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Sep 2009 18,347 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 17,091 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 15,702 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 13,013 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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V282 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 V282 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 V282 UBD registered?

V282 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V282 UBD safe to buy?

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