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M598 TOA

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

29,315 mi
Last recorded29,315 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM598 TOA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 29,315 miles

brake handle has little reserve travel

Pass 12 Aug 2024 29,111 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 28,906 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 28,408 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 28,316 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 30 Apr 2021 28,316 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2019 28,026 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 27,745 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 27,664 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 27,564 miles

number plate light missing

Pass 11 Apr 2015 27,433 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 27,125 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 25,340 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 23,874 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 23,664 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2008 22,363 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 20,057 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 18,719 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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M598 TOA is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 18,110 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 M598 TOA, 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 31 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M598 TOA registered?

M598 TOA is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 March 1995.

Is M598 TOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M598 TOA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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