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N878 TBC

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,194 mi
Last recorded25,194 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN878 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2014 25,194 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

number plate lamp not working

Pass 19 Jun 2013 25,123 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 24,828 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 23,932 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 21,758 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 21,543 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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N878 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N878 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 N878 TBC registered?

N878 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 July 1996.

Is N878 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N878 TBC shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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