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V260 LWU

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

White Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,139 mi
Last recorded29,139 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV260 LWU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 29,139 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 29,101 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 28,955 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 28,590 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 28,508 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 27,651 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 27,142 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 26,082 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 24,239 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 20,655 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 19,014 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 15 Jun 2011 17,798 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 17,798 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2010 17,244 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 17,244 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2008 14,651 miles

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 14,651 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 11,818 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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V260 LWU is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in White with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V260 LWU, 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 V260 LWU registered?

V260 LWU is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V260 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V260 LWU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V260 LWU have outstanding finance?

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