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S317 JCU

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,633 mi
Last recorded23,633 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS317 JCU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2025 23,633 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 23,586 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 24,491 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 23,071 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 22,567 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 22,494 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 22,410 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 24 May 2016 22,200 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 21,915 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 21,292 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 20,814 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 18,728 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 16,917 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 14,940 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 11,286 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 8,432 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 6,246 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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S317 JCU is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S317 JCU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S317 JCU registered?

S317 JCU is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S317 JCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S317 JCU shows 17 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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