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M457 SRS

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

9,592 mi
Last recorded9,592 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM457 SRS
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 9,592 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 9,464 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 9,109 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 8,724 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 8,505 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 8,169 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 6,226 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 4,594 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 3,708 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 2,864 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 2,766 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 2,766 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 2,316 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 1,209 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 20,281 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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M457 SRS is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 M457 SRS, 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 M457 SRS registered?

M457 SRS is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 March 1995.

Is M457 SRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M457 SRS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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