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N852 TVK

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

26,077 mi
Last recorded26,077 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2018
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN852 TVK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2018 26,077 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 26,077 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working stop lamp did not illuminate on application adjust (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 25,998 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 25,998 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Central Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 25,599 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 25,599 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 25,534 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 24,998 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 24,900 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 24,723 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 24,723 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 13 May 2011 24,598 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 24,305 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 24,305 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 24,129 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 23,827 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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N852 TVK is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 N852 TVK, 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 N852 TVK registered?

N852 TVK is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N852 TVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N852 TVK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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