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N503 JVT

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

90,497 mi
Last recorded90,497 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN503 JVT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 90,497 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2025 90,497 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 86,635 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Oct 2024 86,635 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 82,358 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2023 82,354 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 77,559 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 73,312 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 68,751 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 66,784 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 62,296 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 60,637 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 58,263 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 54,536 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 53,891 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 51,487 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 48,970 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 47,959 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 45,484 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 73,732 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 40,357 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 38,327 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 35,653 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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N503 JVT is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon 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 N503 JVT, 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 N503 JVT registered?

N503 JVT is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N503 JVT safe to buy?

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