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N65 LEX

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,098 mi
Last recorded34,098 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN65 LEX
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 34,098 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 33,674 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 32,915 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 32,306 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 32,306 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 31,374 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 30,637 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 30,637 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 29,117 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 26,994 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 26,994 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 25,295 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 24,900 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 24,823 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 24,357 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 24,312 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 23,886 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 23,264 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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N65 LEX is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 900cc 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 N65 LEX, 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 N65 LEX registered?

N65 LEX is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N65 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N65 LEX 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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