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S876 TEV

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

3,631 mi
Last recorded3,631 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS876 TEV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 3,631 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 3,515 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 3,492 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 3,450 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 3,449 miles

Registration plate incorrect wrong colour for year (0.1 (c))

Pass 20 May 2020 3,317 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 2,901 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 2,901 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 May 2018 2,438 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 2,001 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 1,562 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 1,208 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 830 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 May 2014 830 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 599 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 170 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 2,599 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 2,599 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 2,529 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 2,303 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 2,170 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 2,155 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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S876 TEV is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 S876 TEV, 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 S876 TEV registered?

S876 TEV is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 November 1998.

Is S876 TEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S876 TEV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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