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T99 TBD

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

13,292 mi
Last recorded13,292 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT99 TBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 13,292 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2024 13,092 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 11,884 miles

Horn sound changes a little when lights are on.

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn unevenly.

Pass 23 Jul 2021 9,922 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 7,646 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 6,517 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 6,517 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 5,074 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 4,237 miles

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 23 Sep 2014 3,747 miles

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 30 Sep 2013 3,375 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 3,311 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 3,169 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 3,131 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 2,939 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 2,887 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 2,734 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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T99 TBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 T99 TBD, 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 T99 TBD registered?

T99 TBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 October 1999.

Is T99 TBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T99 TBD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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