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V248 UBD

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

19,744 mi
Last recorded19,744 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV248 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 19,744 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 19,647 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 19,258 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 16,575 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2019 15,420 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 13,478 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 13,477 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2016 13,232 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 12,417 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2015 12,372 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2014 11,793 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2014 11,793 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 11,046 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 10,833 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 10,761 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 10,516 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 10,329 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 9,997 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 9,322 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 8,618 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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V248 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V248 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 V248 UBD registered?

V248 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V248 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V248 UBD shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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