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M186 YJN

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

12,290 mi
Last recorded12,290 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM186 YJN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 12,290 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 12,217 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 12,191 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 12,146 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 12,022 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 11,915 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 11,854 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 11,845 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 11,774 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 11,473 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 11,051 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 10,196 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 10,196 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 8,499 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2013 8,499 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jan 2012 5,654 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 4,018 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 2,841 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 2,838 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 1,796 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 824 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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M186 YJN is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 M186 YJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M186 YJN registered?

M186 YJN is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 May 1995.

Is M186 YJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M186 YJN shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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