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N952 TBC

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,426 mi
Last recorded22,426 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN952 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 22,426 miles

Front tyre cracked and perishing

Fail 5 Aug 2016 22,426 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute all (1.5.1c)

Front tyre cracked and perishing

Pass 23 Aug 2015 22,386 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 22,304 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 22,304 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 22,083 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 21,044 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 20,878 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 17,783 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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N952 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N952 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 N952 TBC registered?

N952 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 July 1996.

Is N952 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N952 TBC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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