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T987 SHR

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,457 mi
Last recorded26,457 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2022
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT987 SHR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2022 26,457 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear offside silencer has a small hole (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Jun 2022 26,457 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear offside silencer has a small hole (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 26,376 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 26,351 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2020 26,259 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2014 15,766 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 15,516 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 15,205 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 15,163 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 15,124 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 15,110 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 14,839 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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T987 SHR is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T987 SHR, 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 T987 SHR registered?

T987 SHR is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 26 April 1999.

Is T987 SHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T987 SHR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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