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S961 UBC

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,956 mi
Last recorded20,956 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS961 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 20,956 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 19,917 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 19,917 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2017 19,075 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 18,667 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 17,987 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 17,683 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 17,384 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 17,384 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 May 2010 17,286 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 28 May 2010 17,282 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 16,121 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 16,083 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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S961 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 S961 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.

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What year was S961 UBC registered?

S961 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is S961 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S961 UBC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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