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V816 FBP

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

30,701 mi
Last recorded30,701 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV816 FBP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 30,701 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 30,166 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 29,470 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 29,358 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 29,072 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 28,877 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 28,360 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 27,796 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 Apr 2013 27,196 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 27,196 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2012 26,777 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 25,072 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 21,929 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2009 19,093 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 14,473 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 12,349 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 10,600 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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V816 FBP 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 94.1%.

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 V816 FBP, 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 V816 FBP registered?

V816 FBP is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is V816 FBP safe to buy?

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