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T884 KPV

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

26,016 mi
Last recorded26,016 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT884 KPV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 26,016 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 24,280 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 23,492 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 23,065 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 23,065 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 22,865 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 22,865 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake rubbing slightly (3.3.A1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 22,538 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2014 22,055 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2013 21,868 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2012 21,766 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 21,038 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 19,174 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 19,174 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 17,333 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 14,469 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 12,545 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 20 Oct 2006 12,545 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2005 12,062 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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T884 KPV is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 14,415 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T884 KPV, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T884 KPV registered?

T884 KPV is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 12 August 1999.

Is T884 KPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T884 KPV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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