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M56 DGC

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

37,503 mi
Last recorded37,503 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM56 DGC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 37,503 miles

Front wheel bearing bearings beginning to wear

Rear tyre beginning to perish

Pass 13 May 2023 37,140 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 36,437 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 35,839 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 35,814 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 35,325 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 35,252 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 35,084 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2015 34,736 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 34,178 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 33,977 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

n/s footrest grip slightly worn

n/s footrest slightly loose

Pass 12 Jun 2012 33,662 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 33,262 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 32,828 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front position lamp not working.

Number plate lamp not working.

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 32,245 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 31,406 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 31,406 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 May 2008 31,178 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 28,036 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 24,771 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 24,771 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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M56 DGC 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 90.5%.

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 M56 DGC, 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 M56 DGC registered?

M56 DGC is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 1995.

Is M56 DGC safe to buy?

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