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M118 JEC

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM118 JEC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017

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

Fail 4 Feb 2017

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Fail 19 Aug 2015 25,426 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 25,426 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 24,066 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 24,057 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 22,094 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 22,094 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 21,482 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 20,721 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 20,275 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 19,812 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 19,425 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 18,075 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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M118 JEC is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 M118 JEC, 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 M118 JEC registered?

M118 JEC is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M118 JEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M118 JEC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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