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S984 UBC

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

9,255 mi
Last recorded9,255 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS984 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 9,255 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 8,697 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 7,892 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 6,725 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 6,711 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 6,705 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 6,639 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 6,608 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 6,549 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 6,398 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 6,364 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 6,273 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 5,991 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 5,300 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 4,425 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 30 May 2008 4,425 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 3,711 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 3,042 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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S984 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 S984 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 S984 UBC registered?

S984 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 December 1998.

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The MOT history for S984 UBC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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