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N486 CVC

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

36,069 mi
Last recorded36,069 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN486 CVC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 36,069 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 35,710 miles

Rear Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 34,788 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 33,812 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 33,474 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 33,438 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 33,336 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 33,315 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 33,315 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly Sticking open (6.2.1f)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 33,158 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 32,909 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 30,946 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 30,946 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 30,841 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 30,552 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 30,178 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 29,832 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 29,832 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 28,949 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 27,657 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 25,789 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 20,751 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 19,273 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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N486 CVC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N486 CVC, 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 N486 CVC registered?

N486 CVC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 February 1996.

Is N486 CVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N486 CVC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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