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S923 UBC

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

29,166 mi
Last recorded29,166 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS923 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 29,166 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 29,095 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 28,956 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 28,914 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 28,695 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 27,689 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 26,466 miles

some fluid evident around o/s fork leg

Pass 21 Jul 2012 23,323 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 24,008 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 22,226 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 22,226 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 22,080 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 21,631 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 19,550 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 15,446 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 11,652 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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S923 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow 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 S923 UBC, 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 S923 UBC registered?

S923 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 14 December 1998.

Is S923 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S923 UBC 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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