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V292 UBD

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,096 mi
Last recorded21,096 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV292 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2026 21,096 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 20,680 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 19,414 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 18,375 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 18,293 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 18,167 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 18,104 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 17,931 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 16,921 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 15,152 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 14,381 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 13,393 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 12,954 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 11,936 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 11,331 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 10,047 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 8,958 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 7,994 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 6,671 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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V292 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 V292 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 V292 UBD registered?

V292 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V292 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V292 UBD shows 19 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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