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V412 UBD

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

23,621 mi
Last recorded23,621 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV412 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 23,621 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim slight flat spot. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 20,972 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2024 20,972 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 20,942 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 20,639 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 16,097 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 14,805 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 14,094 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 14,094 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 13,340 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 12,893 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 11,657 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 10,417 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 9,807 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 9,049 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 8,666 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 8,666 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 May 2011 8,012 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2010 6,748 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 5,645 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 4,822 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 3,666 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 1,655 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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V412 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 V412 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 V412 UBD registered?

V412 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 December 1999.

Is V412 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V412 UBD shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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