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S84 BGH

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

9,476 mi
Last recorded9,476 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS84 BGH
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 9,476 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 9,347 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 9,292 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 9,121 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 8,900 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 8,371 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 8,019 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 7,843 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 7,124 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 6,967 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 5,926 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 576 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 4,140 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 May 2008 13,972 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 13,315 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 13,315 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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S84 BGH is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 S84 BGH, 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 S84 BGH registered?

S84 BGH is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S84 BGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S84 BGH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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