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S356 XOP

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,634 mi
Last recorded7,634 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS356 XOP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2025 7,634 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 7,622 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 7,596 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 7,558 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 7,520 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 7,453 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 7,276 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 7,044 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 6,554 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 6,532 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 6,368 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 6,374 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 6,303 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 6,207 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 6,121 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 5,991 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 5,850 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 5,727 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 5,612 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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S356 XOP is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 S356 XOP, 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 S356 XOP registered?

S356 XOP is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 4 December 1998.

Is S356 XOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S356 XOP shows 19 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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