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T900 DBT

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,743 mi
Last recorded26,743 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT900 DBT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 26,743 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 26,160 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 25,792 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 24,754 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 24,740 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 24,732 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 24,594 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 24,594 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 24,111 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 23,222 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 23,222 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 22,053 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 22,053 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 19,398 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 16,763 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 16,182 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 16,182 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 16,002 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 15,463 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 15,064 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 14,915 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 14,025 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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T900 DBT is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 T900 DBT, 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 T900 DBT registered?

T900 DBT is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 23 July 1999.

Is T900 DBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T900 DBT shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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