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M39 NOV

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,878 mi
Last recorded53,878 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM39 NOV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 53,878 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 16 Aug 2025 53,878 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 49,751 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2024 49,751 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 43,595 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 36,445 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 33,558 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jul 2021 33,558 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls New font/handlebar stop lamp switch fitted (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 32,836 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 32,832 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 32,640 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 32,059 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 31,207 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 30,075 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 19,714 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 28,737 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 27,536 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 26,200 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 24,800 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 23,542 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 21,505 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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M39 NOV is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M39 NOV, 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.

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What year was M39 NOV registered?

M39 NOV is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 April 1995.

Is M39 NOV safe to buy?

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