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S340 BDM

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

26,674 mi
Last recorded26,674 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS340 BDM
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 26,674 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 26,110 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 25,687 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 25,464 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 25,126 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 24,780 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 24,560 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 23,972 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 23,339 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 22,668 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 21,751 miles

suspect letters on no plate may be illegal but ok for mot

Pass 25 May 2013 20,960 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 20,599 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 19,965 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 19,965 miles

Nearside Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 17,770 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 17,105 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 16,294 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 15,127 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 14,109 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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S340 BDM is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 S340 BDM, 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 S340 BDM registered?

S340 BDM is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is S340 BDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S340 BDM shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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