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V291 UBD

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,906 mi
Last recorded30,906 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2020
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV291 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2020 30,906 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 30,660 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 29,849 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 28,632 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 28,255 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 27,754 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 26,494 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 16 Aug 2012 26,494 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 24,238 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 20,890 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 11,867 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 4,404 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 4,209 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 3,727 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 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 V291 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 V291 UBD registered?

V291 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 October 1999.

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The MOT history for V291 UBD shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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