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T920 TGT

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

24,316 mi
Last recorded24,316 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT920 TGT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 24,316 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 24,241 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 24,124 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 23,445 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 23,212 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 23,117 miles

Nearside Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2019 23,117 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 19 May 2018 22,603 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 22,097 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 21,364 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 21,327 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 21,327 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 2 Jun 2012 20,797 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 20,797 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 May 2011 19,978 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 18,756 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 17,381 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 15,903 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 14,474 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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T920 TGT is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 T920 TGT, 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 T920 TGT registered?

T920 TGT is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is T920 TGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T920 TGT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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