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N303 HGJ

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

5,708 mi
Last recorded5,708 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN303 HGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2022 5,708 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Oct 2022 5,708 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 May 2019 5,568 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 5,213 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 5,186 miles

Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 2,480 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 1,909 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 47,424 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 46,489 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 46,489 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 45,677 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 44,439 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 42,996 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 35,529 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 31,056 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 27,118 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 27,118 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2006 23,659 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 23,659 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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N303 HGJ is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 N303 HGJ, 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.

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What year was N303 HGJ registered?

N303 HGJ is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N303 HGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N303 HGJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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