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S712 ASX

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

26,494 mi
Last recorded26,494 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS712 ASX
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 26,494 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 26,056 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2024 26,056 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 25,413 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 25,051 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2022 25,051 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2021 24,656 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 22,516 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit just above legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 20,873 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 20,721 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 19,662 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 19,662 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2013 19,658 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

speedo cable disconnected

Pass 16 May 2012 18,692 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 30 Sep 2011 18,691 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 1 Sep 2010 15,122 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 15,122 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 13,974 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 13,007 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 11,642 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 9,874 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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S712 ASX is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S712 ASX, 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

How do I check the history of S712 ASX?

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What year was S712 ASX registered?

S712 ASX is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 24 December 1998.

Is S712 ASX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S712 ASX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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