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M515 ODA

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

25,082 mi
Last recorded25,082 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM515 ODA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 25,082 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 23,265 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 21,142 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 18,276 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 14,576 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 13,344 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 12,784 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 12,784 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 12,356 miles

Suspect rear tyre staring to perish

Pass 15 Apr 2016 11,864 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 11,561 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 11,265 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 10,568 miles

Oil leak

advise to ajust rear brake light switch ? (hard aplacation of brake requird to opperate)

unable to check rear brake reservoir

Fail 5 Mar 2013 10,568 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

advise to ajust rear brake light switch ? (hard aplacation of brake requird to opperate)

unable to check rear brake reservoir

Fail 2 Mar 2012 10,532 miles

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

front brake master cyclinder had brake fluid on lever and around seal cleaned off and tested seams ok, keep a check on seal for leakage

Pass 2 Mar 2012 10,532 miles

front brake master cyclinder had brake fluid on lever and around seal cleaned off and tested seams ok, keep a check on seal for leakage

Pass 17 Mar 2011 10,386 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 10,373 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2008 9,940 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 8,862 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 8,681 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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M515 ODA 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 81%.

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 M515 ODA, 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 M515 ODA registered?

M515 ODA is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 13 April 1995.

Is M515 ODA safe to buy?

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