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S996 UBC

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,014 mi
Last recorded21,014 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS996 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 11 May 2026 21,014 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 20,222 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 19,512 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 19,220 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 18,484 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 17,777 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 17,257 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 16,003 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 15,109 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 14,078 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect REAR SHOCKER HAS A WEAKEN DAMPING EFFORT BUT STILL FUNCTIONS . ADVISE REPLACEMENT WITH HEAVIER DUTY UNIT (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 13,231 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 12,071 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 11,819 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 11,468 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 11,295 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 10,911 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 10,501 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 10,396 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 10,332 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 10,313 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 9,679 miles

front tyre has cracks in bottom of tread

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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S996 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 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 S996 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 S996 UBC registered?

S996 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is S996 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S996 UBC shows 21 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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