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K77 ROR

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

23,187 mi
Last recorded23,187 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK77 ROR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 23,187 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 23,178 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2024 23,178 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 23,178 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2022 23,178 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 23,163 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 23,116 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 20,933 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 19,519 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 17,431 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 17,416 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 21 Jun 2013 17,376 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 17,376 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 17,294 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 16,522 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2010 15,043 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 13,602 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 12,954 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 12,114 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2006 11,226 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 11,226 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

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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K77 ROR is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 K77 ROR, 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 K77 ROR registered?

K77 ROR is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is K77 ROR safe to buy?

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