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N784 TBC

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,811 mi
Last recorded29,811 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN784 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2022 29,811 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 29,675 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Sep 2010 28,819 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 28,325 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2008 27,230 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 24,872 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 23,906 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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N784 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N784 TBC, 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 N784 TBC registered?

N784 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N784 TBC safe to buy?

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