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N43 HDM

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,420 mi
Last recorded29,420 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN43 HDM
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 29,420 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 29,398 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 29,348 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 29,342 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 29,146 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 28,921 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 28 Apr 2011 28,921 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 28,508 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Oil leak

clutch lever pivot missing

wrong bolts holding rear torsion bar

Fail 22 Apr 2010 28,508 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Oil leak

clutch lever pivot missing

wrong bolts holding rear torsion bar

Pass 12 May 2009 28,282 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 28,282 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 1 May 2008 28,263 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 28,263 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 27,891 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 27,891 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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N43 HDM is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 17,177 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 N43 HDM, 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 30 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 N43 HDM registered?

N43 HDM is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 7 June 1996.

Is N43 HDM safe to buy?

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