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S993 UBC

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

23,688 mi
Last recorded23,688 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS993 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 23,688 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 23,373 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 22,633 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 22,516 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 22,430 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 22,401 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 22,387 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 22,368 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 22,306 miles

Drive chain slightly tight

Pass 17 Feb 2017 22,290 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 22,253 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 21,750 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 21,462 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 21,181 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 21,173 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Apr 2011 20,305 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 19,914 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 16,433 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 10,400 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2007 9,430 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 6,760 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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S993 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red 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 S993 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 S993 UBC registered?

S993 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is S993 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S993 UBC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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