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N885 TBC

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

10,211 mi
Last recorded10,211 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN885 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 10,211 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 10,206 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 10,090 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 10,011 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 9,951 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 9,872 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 9,872 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements lettering too small (0.1 (d))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 9,775 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 9,774 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 9,703 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 9,594 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 9,451 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 9,446 miles

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 9,201 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 9,201 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 9,058 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 8,833 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 8,645 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 8,466 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 8,167 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 7,875 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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N885 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 N885 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N885 TBC registered?

N885 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 July 1996.

Is N885 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N885 TBC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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