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N506 VDV

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,540 mi
Last recorded25,540 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN506 VDV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 25,540 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2025 25,540 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 23,837 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 23,837 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2018 214,477 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 21,286 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 20,895 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 20,290 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 20,103 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 19,959 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 19,572 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 19,044 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 18,690 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 18,660 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 18,528 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 17,775 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 17,255 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 17,255 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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 VDV is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N506 VDV, 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 N506 VDV registered?

N506 VDV is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 March 1996.

Is N506 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N506 VDV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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