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M944 GFW

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

47,771 mi
Last recorded47,771 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM944 GFW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 47,771 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 46,574 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 45,965 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Jul 2016 44,764 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 43,895 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 43,459 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 42,214 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 41,719 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 39,135 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 36,665 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Mar 2010 36,665 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 35,458 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 35,458 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 34,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2007 33,992 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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M944 GFW is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 M944 GFW, 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 M944 GFW registered?

M944 GFW is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 24 March 1995.

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