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V826 FBP

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

9,086 mi
Last recorded9,086 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV826 FBP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 9,086 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 8,296 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2024 7,093 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2023 6,987 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 6,885 miles

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 6,787 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 6,764 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 6,756 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak pair (5.3.2 (b))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2018 6,707 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 6,583 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 6,460 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 6,395 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2013 6,178 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 6,172 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 6,074 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 5,996 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 5,925 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 5,623 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 5,499 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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V826 FBP is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 V826 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V826 FBP registered?

V826 FBP is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 8 October 1999.

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