MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,251 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Aftermarket silencers fitted (e' marked)
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N948 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
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 N948 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
How do I check the history of N948 TBC?
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What year was N948 TBC registered?
N948 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 July 1996.
Is N948 TBC safe to buy?
The MOT history for N948 TBC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does N948 TBC have outstanding finance?
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