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N867 XRS

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

13,159 mi
Last recorded13,159 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN867 XRS
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 13,159 miles

Cut in rear tyre

Pass 30 Jun 2025 12,772 miles

Cut in rear tyre

Pass 24 Jun 2024 12,154 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 11,090 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 10,684 miles

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 18 May 2022 10,684 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 9,985 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 9,803 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 9,572 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 9,292 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 8,994 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 8,819 miles

Front Upper Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 May 2013 8,469 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 8,386 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 7,659 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 7,422 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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N867 XRS is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 N867 XRS, 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 N867 XRS registered?

N867 XRS is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N867 XRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N867 XRS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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