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M459 FGF

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,960 mi
Last recorded69,960 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM459 FGF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 69,960 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 69,844 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 69,630 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 68,394 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 66,869 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 64,805 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 63,127 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 61,740 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 60,442 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 59,093 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 57,642 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 56,257 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 54,749 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 53,580 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 52,660 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 50,370 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 48,731 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 44,424 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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M459 FGF is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M459 FGF, 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 M459 FGF registered?

M459 FGF is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 May 1995.

Is M459 FGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M459 FGF shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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