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M809 LNL

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,972 mi
Last recorded13,972 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM809 LNL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 13,972 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 13,837 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 13,358 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 13,355 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 13,155 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 11,110 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 10,717 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 9,923 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2014 8,667 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 8,080 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 7,611 miles

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Fail 24 Feb 2011 7,172 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 7,172 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 5,442 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 4,789 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 4,789 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 3,887 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 2,205 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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M809 LNL is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 M809 LNL, 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 M809 LNL registered?

M809 LNL is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M809 LNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M809 LNL shows 18 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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