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N802 TBC

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,677 mi
Last recorded15,677 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN802 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2023 15,677 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2023 15,677 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 15,594 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 15,575 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 15,524 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 15,435 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 15,234 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 15,168 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 14,926 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 14,584 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 14,196 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 13,719 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 13,335 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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N802 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 N802 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 N802 TBC registered?

N802 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N802 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N802 TBC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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