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MBV 98N

2006 Triumph Thruxton

Red Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

74,079 mi
Last recorded74,079 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Triumph Thruxton8,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBV 98N
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 74,079 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 69,902 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 65,019 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 62,050 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 59,689 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 56,293 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 52,942 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 50,579 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 45,920 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2016 43,217 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 37,641 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 35,059 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 30,762 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 28,585 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 20,822 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 20,822 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 15,909 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 12,765 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 12,765 miles

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Thruxton?

Based on 30,642 MOT tests across 4,139 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58
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MBV 98N is a 2006 Triumph Thruxton in Red with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Thruxton models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 8,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Thruxton fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MBV 98N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thruxton typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Triumph Thruxton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MBV 98N registered?

MBV 98N is a 2006 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 5 July 2006.

Is MBV 98N safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBV 98N shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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