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N506 ORY

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,654 mi
Last recorded20,654 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN506 ORY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 20,654 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 27 Aug 2022 20,645 miles

Central Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 20,607 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 20,592 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 20,517 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 20,192 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 20,114 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 19,334 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 19,263 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 19,094 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 18,132 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 17,472 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 17,472 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 17,229 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 16,779 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 16,110 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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N506 ORY is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N506 ORY, 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 N506 ORY registered?

N506 ORY is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 13 February 1996.

Is N506 ORY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N506 ORY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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