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N902 HNG

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

13,282 mi
Last recorded13,282 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN902 HNG
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 13,282 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 12,867 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 May 2024 12,486 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 12,134 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 11,794 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 11,444 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 11,378 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 11,342 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 11,114 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 10,938 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 10,686 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 10,381 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 10,227 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 10,001 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 9,762 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 9,665 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 9,585 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 9,408 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 9,285 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 9,285 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 9,031 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 8,699 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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N902 HNG is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 N902 HNG, 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 N902 HNG registered?

N902 HNG is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N902 HNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N902 HNG shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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