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V923 DYJ

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

14,238 mi
Last recorded14,238 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV923 DYJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 14,238 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 14,112 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 13,870 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 13,740 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 13,536 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2022 13,536 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2016 13,511 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 13,357 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 13,185 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 12,765 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 12,332 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 11,842 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 6 May 2010 11,755 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 11,492 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 10,617 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 10,176 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 9,483 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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V923 DYJ 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 V923 DYJ, 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 V923 DYJ registered?

V923 DYJ is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 October 1999.

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The MOT history for V923 DYJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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