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960 AAC

1999 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

59,946 mi
Last recorded59,946 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Thunderbird14,415 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration960 AAC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 59,946 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 59,862 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 59,617 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 59,079 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 58,724 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 56,880 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 55,660 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 53,888 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 51,238 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 49,961 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 33,851 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 26,625 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 26,084 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Jul 2009 26,084 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Sep 2007 25,710 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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960 AAC is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 14,415 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 960 AAC, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 960 AAC registered?

960 AAC is a 1999 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is 960 AAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 960 AAC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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