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V291 DGK

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,743 mi
Last recorded4,743 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV291 DGK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 4,743 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded pit marks (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2025 4,743 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Forks slightly corroded pit marks (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 31 May 2014 4,424 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 3,488 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 1,797 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 1,383 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 1,383 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 457 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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V291 DGK is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V291 DGK, 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 V291 DGK registered?

V291 DGK is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 9 September 1999.

Is V291 DGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V291 DGK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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