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XPX 299F

1998 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

34,760 mi
Last recorded34,760 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Thunderbird15,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPX 299F
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2022 34,760 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 32,375 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 29,141 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 28,535 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 27,261 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 26,069 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 26,069 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 25,153 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 24,175 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 22,380 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Nov 2007 20,358 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 18,093 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 15,370 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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XPX 299F is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 15,472 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 XPX 299F, 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 28 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 XPX 299F registered?

XPX 299F is a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 October 1998.

Is XPX 299F safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPX 299F shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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