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996 UXL

2005 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

2,574 mi
Last recorded2,574 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2010
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Vehicle Details

Registration996 UXL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2010 2,574 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

prop stand missing

Fail 9 Apr 2010 2,574 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

prop stand missing

Pass 31 Oct 2008 1,838 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 1,835 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

valve inspection caps loose and one missing

Pass 8 Nov 2007 1,353 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 88 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 88 miles

Centre Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2005 28 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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996 UXL is a 2005 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 996 UXL, 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 21 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 996 UXL registered?

996 UXL is a 2005 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is 996 UXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 996 UXL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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