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V290 UBD

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,120 mi
Last recorded35,120 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV290 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 35,120 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 34,786 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 34,523 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 34,149 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 33,893 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 33,550 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 33,112 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 32,386 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 30,565 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 30,217 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 28,105 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 27,021 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 25,818 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 25,439 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 22,515 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 20,367 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 18,342 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 16,197 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 13,593 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 12,296 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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V290 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Red 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 V290 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 V290 UBD registered?

V290 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V290 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V290 UBD shows 20 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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