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M716 AVF

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,680 mi
Last recorded13,680 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM716 AVF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 13,680 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 13,652 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 13,626 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 13,438 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 12,720 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 11,531 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 10,407 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Jul 2020 10,407 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 9,619 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 9,303 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 9,303 miles

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation when front brake released (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 8,613 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 8,178 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 8,178 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 7,571 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 7,233 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 7,038 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 6,405 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 5,788 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 4,673 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 3,880 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 3,272 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 3,272 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 2,649 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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M716 AVF is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M716 AVF, 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 M716 AVF registered?

M716 AVF is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 23 March 1995.

Is M716 AVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M716 AVF shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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