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V283 UBD

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

15,004 mi
Last recorded15,004 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2019
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV283 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2019 15,004 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 14,938 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 14,647 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 14,048 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 14,025 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 13,935 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 13,925 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 13,791 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 13,791 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 13,473 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 13,300 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 13,293 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 11,957 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 7,941 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 7,723 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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V283 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 V283 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.

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What year was V283 UBD registered?

V283 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V283 UBD safe to buy?

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