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S997 UBC

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,028 mi
Last recorded27,028 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS997 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2025 27,028 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 25,985 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 24,907 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 24,100 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 23,639 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 23,427 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 22,854 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 22,021 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 21,452 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 20,699 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 19,536 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2014 18,998 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 18,418 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 17,726 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 17,207 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 16,279 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 15,623 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 14,638 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 13,535 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 12,355 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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S997 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 S997 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 S997 UBC registered?

S997 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is S997 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S997 UBC shows 20 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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