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M883 ARV

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,300 mi
Last recorded27,300 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM883 ARV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 27,300 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2025 27,271 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 27,216 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 27,136 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 27,120 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 May 2013 27,120 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 27,008 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 26,910 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 26,707 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 26,630 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 26,477 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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M883 ARV is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 M883 ARV, 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 M883 ARV registered?

M883 ARV is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 May 1995.

Is M883 ARV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M883 ARV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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