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M801 KHP

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

29,515 mi
Last recorded29,515 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM801 KHP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 29,515 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 29,239 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 28,700 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 27,586 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 27,295 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 26,730 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2020 26,730 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 May 2019 26,026 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 25,370 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 25,370 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 23,415 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 23,237 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 22,925 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 22,678 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 22,344 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 22,344 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 21,767 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 21,091 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 19,692 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 18,428 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 15,655 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 13,527 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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M801 KHP is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 M801 KHP, 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 M801 KHP registered?

M801 KHP is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 7 February 1995.

Is M801 KHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M801 KHP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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