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V944 DYJ

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,235 mi
Last recorded7,235 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV944 DYJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 7,235 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 6,385 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 6,338 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 6,265 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 6,098 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 6,004 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 5,681 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 5,668 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 5,055 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 5,012 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 4,745 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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V944 DYJ is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 V944 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 V944 DYJ registered?

V944 DYJ is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 19 October 1999.

Is V944 DYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V944 DYJ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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