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J444 DOT

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,017 mi
Last recorded11,017 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ444 DOT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 11,017 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 10,943 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 10,502 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 8,490 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 8,356 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 8,319 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2006 8,007 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 6,007 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 6,002 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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J444 DOT is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 J444 DOT, 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 J444 DOT registered?

J444 DOT is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is J444 DOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J444 DOT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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