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S989 UBC

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2023
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,804 mi
Last recorded9,804 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS989 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2022 9,804 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 9,522 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 9,131 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 8,701 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 8,455 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 8,153 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 7,667 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 7,641 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 7,169 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 May 2010 6,503 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 5,763 miles

Nail in front tyre

Pass 26 Apr 2008 5,297 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 2,757 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 2,683 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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S989 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 S989 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 S989 UBC registered?

S989 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is S989 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S989 UBC shows 14 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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