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S934 UBC

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

30,004 mi
Last recorded30,004 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS934 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 30,004 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent Near side of wheel (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 29,857 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 29,618 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 29,618 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 29,317 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Gear linkage slightly loose

Pass 18 May 2020 28,974 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Gear selector linkage slightly worn

Pass 27 Feb 2019 28,351 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 28,170 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 26,978 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 26,978 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 25,012 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 24,330 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 22,617 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 19,124 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 15,418 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 11,760 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 11,586 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 10,363 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 8,589 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 8,054 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 6,057 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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S934 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 S934 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 S934 UBC registered?

S934 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 18 December 1998.

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