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V589 GBK

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

6,475 mi
Last recorded6,475 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV589 GBK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 6,475 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 6,146 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 5,977 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 5,847 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 5,736 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 5,654 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 5,524 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 5,523 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2020 5,523 miles

Plate brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 5,516 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 5,489 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 5,446 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 4,979 miles

slight notch in headrace bearing.

Pass 21 May 2013 4,539 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 4,421 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 4,312 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 4,258 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 3,927 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 3,886 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 3,326 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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V589 GBK is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V589 GBK, 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 V589 GBK registered?

V589 GBK is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 October 1999.

Is V589 GBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V589 GBK shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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