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V286 LWU

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,100 mi
Last recorded14,100 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV286 LWU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2025 14,100 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 13,950 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 13,732 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 13,712 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 13,631 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 13,543 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 13,437 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 13,251 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 13,151 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 13,098 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 12,929 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 12,339 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 11,473 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 11,071 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 10,929 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 8,888 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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V286 LWU is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 V286 LWU, 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

How do I check the history of V286 LWU?

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What year was V286 LWU registered?

V286 LWU is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 November 1999.

Is V286 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V286 LWU shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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