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N472 KRN

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 855cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

53,050 mi
Last recorded53,050 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2023
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN472 KRN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine855cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2023 53,050 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 52,098 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 52,057 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 20 Feb 2021 52,057 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 50,212 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 49,928 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 49,928 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2016 49,349 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 48,579 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 48,428 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 47,103 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 45,177 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 44,046 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 42,928 miles

front brake slightly spongy

number plate lamp inoperative rectified

Pass 18 May 2007 38,537 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 30,517 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 Apr 2006 30,517 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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N472 KRN is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 855cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 N472 KRN, 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 N472 KRN registered?

N472 KRN is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N472 KRN safe to buy?

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