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N452 DDY

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

39,001 mi
Last recorded39,001 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN452 DDY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 39,001 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2018 37,885 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 37,579 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 May 2016 34,729 miles

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

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

Fail 4 May 2016 34,714 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 32,704 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 31,317 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 28,594 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 28,575 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 23,711 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 22,191 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 18,908 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 18,899 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2009 15,843 miles

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

clip on o/s footrest missing

Fail 9 May 2008 12,701 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 May 2008 12,701 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 10,094 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 10,094 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 10 May 2006 7,621 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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N452 DDY is a 1996 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 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 N452 DDY, 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.

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What year was N452 DDY registered?

N452 DDY is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N452 DDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N452 DDY 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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