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M987 MRP

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

20,890 mi
Last recorded20,890 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM987 MRP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 20,890 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 16,996 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 15,710 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 13,990 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 12,339 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 11,471 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 10,315 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 9,157 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 9,101 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 7,927 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 7,007 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 6,192 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 6,050 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 6,002 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 5,948 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 5,874 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 5,768 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 5,535 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 5,307 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 4,915 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 4,875 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 4,479 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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M987 MRP is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 M987 MRP, 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 M987 MRP registered?

M987 MRP is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 7 July 1995.

Is M987 MRP safe to buy?

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