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V740 LFR

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

32,700 mi
Last recorded32,700 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV740 LFR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 32,700 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 32,144 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 May 2024 32,144 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 30,872 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 30,337 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 30,237 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 29,272 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 28,554 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 25,129 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 25,129 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 23,301 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 23,031 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 21,769 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 19,956 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 18,115 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 14,757 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 11,518 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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V740 LFR is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 V740 LFR, 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 V740 LFR registered?

V740 LFR is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 December 1999.

Is V740 LFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V740 LFR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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