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S904 RPV

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

16,257 mi
Last recorded16,257 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS904 RPV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 16,257 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 16,120 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 15,784 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 15,169 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 14,351 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 14,351 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 14,085 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 13,539 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 12,389 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 9,428 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 7,874 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 7,099 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 5,718 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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S904 RPV is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 S904 RPV, 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 S904 RPV registered?

S904 RPV is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 August 1998.

Is S904 RPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S904 RPV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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