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N989 BBD

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

10,629 mi
Last recorded10,629 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN989 BBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 10,629 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 10,617 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 10,580 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 10,544 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 9,774 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 9,107 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 7,915 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 7,390 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 7,028 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 7,028 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2008 6,595 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 5,888 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 4,662 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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N989 BBD is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 N989 BBD, 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 N989 BBD registered?

N989 BBD is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N989 BBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N989 BBD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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