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V247 UBD

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,507 mi
Last recorded68,507 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2022
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV247 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2022 68,507 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2022 68,500 miles

Front Brake excessively binding f- brake binding after brake applied (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 67,685 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 67,200 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 66,746 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 66,695 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 66,346 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 65,837 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 63,970 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Apr 2012 63,970 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 58,891 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 58,567 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 52,412 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 47,086 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 37,708 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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V247 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 V247 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 V247 UBD registered?

V247 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 October 1999.

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