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M697 TTV

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

28,669 mi
Last recorded28,669 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2023
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM697 TTV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2023 28,669 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 28,484 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 27,720 miles

Front Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 Jun 2021 27,720 miles

Front Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 27,607 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 27,557 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 27,532 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 27,531 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2011 25,840 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 25,840 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 24,420 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 24,420 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 22,927 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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M697 TTV 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 69.2%.

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 M697 TTV, 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.

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What year was M697 TTV registered?

M697 TTV is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 18 May 1995.

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