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N803 NHW

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

54,188 mi
Last recorded54,188 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN803 NHW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 54,188 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 54,067 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 54,032 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 53,991 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2017 53,861 miles

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

Nearside Front footrest lug broken,but not insecure

numberplate lamp not working

Pass 26 Nov 2015 53,095 miles

Drive chain slightly loose and dry (6.2.1d)

carburettor mounting rubbers split

Pass 19 Nov 2014 51,794 miles

carburettor mounting rubbers split

Pass 12 Nov 2013 50,349 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 48,496 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 46,577 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 43,177 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 41,400 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 40,172 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 38,603 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 38,600 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Upper Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 39,918 miles

Front brake has a spongy feel.

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2005 34,717 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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N803 NHW is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 N803 NHW, 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 N803 NHW registered?

N803 NHW is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 July 1996.

Is N803 NHW safe to buy?

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