MOT Status
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20,535 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation Rear brake application. (4.3.2 (a) (ii))
Front brake sticking slightly.
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S986 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.
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 S986 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
How do I check the history of S986 UBC?
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What year was S986 UBC registered?
S986 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 December 1998.
Is S986 UBC safe to buy?
The MOT history for S986 UBC shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does S986 UBC have outstanding finance?
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