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V244 UBD

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

18,698 mi
Last recorded18,698 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV244 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 18,698 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 18,640 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 18,636 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 18,496 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 18,482 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 18,382 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 18,055 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 17,920 miles

clicking noise from front forks when depressed

slight rattle from engine whn clutch released

Pass 2 Jun 2017 17,888 miles

clicking noise when front suspension compressed and released

front brake hose rubbing on N/S headlamp bracket

knocking / rattle from engine when running

Pass 27 Apr 2016 16,408 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2016 16,408 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 May 2015 15,854 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 22 May 2014 14,761 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 14,320 miles

front tyre worn unevenly

Pass 25 Jun 2011 14,266 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 14,164 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 13,702 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 12,490 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 10,089 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 9,992 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 9,992 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

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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V244 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 V244 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.

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What year was V244 UBD registered?

V244 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V244 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V244 UBD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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