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S177 YNP

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,397 mi
Last recorded31,397 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS177 YNP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 31,397 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Central Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 31,298 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 31,037 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 31,037 miles

Centre Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 30,939 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 30,773 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 29,614 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 29,488 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 29,069 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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S177 YNP is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 15,472 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 S177 YNP, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S177 YNP registered?

S177 YNP is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 23 October 1998.

Is S177 YNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S177 YNP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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