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V501 MOE

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,465 mi
Last recorded8,465 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV501 MOE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 8,465 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 8,185 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 7,954 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 7,666 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 7,326 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 7,004 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 6,623 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 6,455 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 6,455 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 6,244 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 6,011 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 6,011 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2015 5,628 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 5,179 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 4,826 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 4,589 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 4,400 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 4,400 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 4,144 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 3,041 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 3,505 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2008 3,505 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Pass 2 May 2007 3,017 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 2,537 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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V501 MOE is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V501 MOE, 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 V501 MOE registered?

V501 MOE is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 October 1999.

Is V501 MOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V501 MOE shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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