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M38 NWP

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,037 mi
Last recorded35,037 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM38 NWP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 35,037 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 33,010 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 31,633 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 30,285 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 29,081 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 26,816 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 26,816 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak l/h fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 26,723 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight misting on both for legs (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 26,356 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 26,323 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 25,961 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 25,596 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 24,599 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

handlebars slightly bent

Fail 25 Mar 2014 24,599 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

handlebars slightly bent

Pass 14 Mar 2013 23,142 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 23,128 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 22,174 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 20,678 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 19,640 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 19,210 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2009 19,210 miles

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 16,192 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 14,029 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 12,572 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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M38 NWP is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 M38 NWP, 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 M38 NWP registered?

M38 NWP is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 February 1995.

Is M38 NWP safe to buy?

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