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V195 UBD

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

25,991 mi
Last recorded25,991 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2015
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV195 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2015 25,991 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 25,991 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 23,219 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 19,879 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front mudguard missing

Pass 31 Aug 2012 18,735 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 16,735 miles

Chain guard missing

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 16,336 miles

Chain guard missing

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front mudguard missing

Fail 15 Jul 2008 14,503 miles

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 14,503 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 9,563 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 9,563 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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V195 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 V195 UBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V195 UBD registered?

V195 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 21 September 1999.

Is V195 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V195 UBD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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