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N887 GRE

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,421 mi
Last recorded28,421 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN887 GRE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2020 28,421 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 28,254 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 28,085 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 27,935 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 27,557 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 27,308 miles

slight cut in rear tyre sidewall

Pass 26 May 2012 27,264 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 26,693 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 26,646 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 26,122 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 24,618 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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N887 GRE is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 N887 GRE, 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 N887 GRE registered?

N887 GRE is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 February 1996.

Is N887 GRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N887 GRE shows 11 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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