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N979 FLM

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,841 mi
Last recorded25,841 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2015
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN979 FLM
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2015 25,841 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 25,841 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 20,386 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 6 Feb 2013 17,336 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2013 17,336 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 16,775 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 16,286 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 15,970 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 15,272 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 15,272 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 15,025 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 12,994 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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N979 FLM is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 18,110 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 N979 FLM, 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 31 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N979 FLM registered?

N979 FLM is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 12 August 1995.

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