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N853 OUW

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

23,547 mi
Last recorded23,547 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN853 OUW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 23,547 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 23,368 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 22,958 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 22,787 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 21,866 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 20,612 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 19,709 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 18,633 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 17,376 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 16,025 miles

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 25 Jul 2012 14,749 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 14,130 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 14,118 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2010 13,615 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 13,180 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 12,725 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 11,522 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 10,972 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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N853 OUW is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 18,110 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 N853 OUW, 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 31 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 N853 OUW registered?

N853 OUW is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 4 August 1995.

Is N853 OUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N853 OUW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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