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N939 SEW

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

385 mi
Last recorded385 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN939 SEW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 385 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 34 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 24,370 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 24,277 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 24,221 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 24,127 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 23,888 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 23,774 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 23,619 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 23,391 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 22,933 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 22,247 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 21,281 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 21,281 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 20,143 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2007 19,529 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 18,294 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 18,294 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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N939 SEW is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N939 SEW, 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 N939 SEW registered?

N939 SEW is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 1996.

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The MOT history for N939 SEW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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