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M981 STO

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,801 mi
Last recorded40,801 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM981 STO
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2024 40,801 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 40,742 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 40,001 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 38,968 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 38,474 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 37,262 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 36,690 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 35,774 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 35,135 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 34,595 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 33,805 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 33,412 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 32,765 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 31,673 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 28,749 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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M981 STO is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 M981 STO, 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 M981 STO registered?

M981 STO is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 March 1995.

Is M981 STO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M981 STO shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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