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N880 TBC

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

11,149 mi
Last recorded11,149 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN880 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 11,149 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2026 11,149 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 10,256 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 10,256 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 10,009 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 9,530 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 9,429 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 9,429 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 9,359 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 9,239 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 9,237 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 9,228 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 9,213 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 9,210 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 8,961 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 8,957 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 8,955 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 8,879 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 8,860 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 8,750 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 8,677 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 8,674 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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N880 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 N880 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 N880 TBC registered?

N880 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 July 1996.

Is N880 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N880 TBC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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