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M521 HJU

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

21,178 mi
Last recorded21,178 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM521 HJU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 21,178 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 20,926 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 20,455 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 20,009 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 17,989 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 17,083 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 16,914 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 16,914 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 16,429 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 15,908 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 15,574 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 14,905 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 14,905 miles

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

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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M521 HJU is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 M521 HJU, 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 M521 HJU registered?

M521 HJU is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 February 1995.

Is M521 HJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M521 HJU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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