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N798 TBC

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,163 mi
Last recorded46,163 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2008
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN798 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2008 46,163 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 43,069 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 43,069 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 35,487 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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N798 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N798 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.

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What year was N798 TBC registered?

N798 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N798 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N798 TBC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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