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M742 KTY

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,193 mi
Last recorded8,193 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM742 KTY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 May 2021 8,193 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 May 2019 7,156 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 6,997 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 6,271 miles

left hand fork slightly damp

Pass 13 May 2015 5,329 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 5,273 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 4,343 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 4,212 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 3,948 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 3,196 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 30,665 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 2,475 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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M742 KTY is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M742 KTY, 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 M742 KTY registered?

M742 KTY is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 12 June 1995.

Is M742 KTY safe to buy?

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