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N875 TBC

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

48,488 mi
Last recorded48,488 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN875 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 48,488 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 48,175 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 47,468 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 47,468 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 May 2016 46,637 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 44,414 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 36,333 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 32,141 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 28,397 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 28,039 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 27,772 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2010 27,772 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Fail 6 May 2008 24,227 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 May 2008 24,227 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 20,709 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 19,310 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

slight binding on front brake

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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N875 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N875 TBC, 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 N875 TBC registered?

N875 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 July 1996.

Is N875 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N875 TBC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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