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N960 TBC

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

60,511 mi
Last recorded60,511 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN960 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 60,511 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 58,904 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 58,199 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 58,199 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2023 57,133 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 56,157 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 55,259 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 54,722 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 53,778 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 52,724 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 50,760 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 48,275 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 45,485 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 43,200 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 40,396 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 38,118 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 36,555 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 36,544 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 4 Sep 2009 29,570 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Sep 2009 29,570 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 24,001 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 20,285 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 18,047 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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N960 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 N960 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.

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What year was N960 TBC registered?

N960 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 July 1996.

Is N960 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N960 TBC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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