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M382 SBA

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

41,817 mi
Last recorded41,817 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM382 SBA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 41,817 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 40,862 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 39,190 miles

Slight crack in number plate.

Pass 10 Aug 2022 38,992 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 37,514 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 37,136 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 35,995 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 35,696 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 34,440 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

bolt missing from right hand exhaust silencer

slight oil leak from engine

Fail 9 May 2017 34,440 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

bolt missing from right hand exhaust silencer

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 15 Apr 2016 33,814 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 32,125 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 32,124 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2014 31,840 miles

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 15 Feb 2014 31,840 miles

Offside Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 31,592 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 30,878 miles

offside riders footrest slightly broken

Pass 18 Jun 2011 30,308 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 28,985 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 27,998 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 26,350 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 23,842 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 22,320 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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M382 SBA is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 18,110 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 M382 SBA, 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 31 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 M382 SBA registered?

M382 SBA is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 21 May 1995.

Is M382 SBA safe to buy?

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