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S933 UBC

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,021 mi
Last recorded5,021 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS933 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2025 5,021 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 5,011 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 5,001 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 4,928 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 4,839 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 4,768 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 4,704 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 4,296 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 3,934 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 3,250 miles

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

Number plate light not working

Pass 24 Feb 2007 2,923 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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S933 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S933 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 S933 UBC registered?

S933 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 18 December 1998.

Is S933 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S933 UBC shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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