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V717 DDY

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

White Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

14,657 mi
Last recorded14,657 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV717 DDY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 14,657 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 14,101 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 13,565 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 12,843 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 May 2014 12,843 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 11,777 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 10,985 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 10,753 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 10,105 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 9,908 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 9,908 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 9,466 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 7,829 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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V717 DDY is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in White with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 V717 DDY, 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 V717 DDY registered?

V717 DDY is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 23 September 1999.

Is V717 DDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V717 DDY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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