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N126 RPE

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

26,126 mi
Last recorded26,126 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN126 RPE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 26,126 miles

Rear tyre made 2007

Pass 28 Sep 2024 25,694 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 25,500 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 24,914 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 24,618 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 24,618 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 23,926 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 23,022 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2019 23,008 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 22,592 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 22,126 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 22,126 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable X-ply Rear Radial Front (4.1.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 21,346 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 21,346 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 20,525 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 19,911 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 18,601 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 18,585 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 26 Sep 2012 18,109 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 18,109 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 17,464 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 17,464 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2010 16,996 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 16,282 miles

tight spot in final drive chain

Pass 16 Sep 2008 15,676 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 15,159 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 14,510 miles

cracked registration plate

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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N126 RPE is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N126 RPE, 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 N126 RPE registered?

N126 RPE is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N126 RPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N126 RPE shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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