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N961 TBC

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,854 mi
Last recorded21,854 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN961 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 21,854 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 2 bulbs fitted, only 1 bulb illuminating (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 21,854 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working incorrect bulb fitted and holder damaged (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 2 bulbs fitted, only 1 bulb illuminating (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 21,729 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 21,674 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 21,497 miles

Offside Front Wheel spoke slightly loose Couple of spokes need a very slight adjustment. (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 21,128 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 21,083 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 20,887 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 20,547 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 20,547 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 19,934 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 19,020 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 18,895 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 17,152 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 16,815 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 16,437 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 15,683 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 14,209 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 11,595 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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N961 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 N961 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 N961 TBC registered?

N961 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 July 1996.

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The MOT history for N961 TBC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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