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N858 BDU

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,804 mi
Last recorded10,804 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN858 BDU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 10,804 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 10,657 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 10,490 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 10,223 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 9,993 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 9,617 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 9,473 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 9,237 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 9,014 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 8,731 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 8,731 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2014 8,401 miles

brake lever has little reserve travel.

Pass 2 May 2013 8,184 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 8,084 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010
Pass 6 May 2009 7,649 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 7,368 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 6,972 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 6,953 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 6,202 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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N858 BDU is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N858 BDU, 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 N858 BDU registered?

N858 BDU is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 24 April 1996.

Is N858 BDU safe to buy?

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