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N46 JLM

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,380 mi
Last recorded27,380 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN46 JLM
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2022 27,380 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 27,012 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 26,030 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 25,055 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 24,536 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 23,690 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 23,013 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 22,214 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 20,914 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 20,074 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 20,074 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 18,579 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 18,578 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 17,468 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 17,468 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

loose indicator

Pass 19 May 2009 14,628 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 14,628 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 14,502 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

left hand drivers footrest damaged

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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N46 JLM is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N46 JLM, 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 N46 JLM registered?

N46 JLM is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 21 June 1996.

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