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V85 DJC

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,552 mi
Last recorded3,552 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV85 DJC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2025 3,552 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 3,483 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 3,430 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 3,394 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 3,156 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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V85 DJC is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V85 DJC, 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 V85 DJC registered?

V85 DJC is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 October 1999.

Is V85 DJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V85 DJC shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V85 DJC have outstanding finance?

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