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M229 LRJ

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,621 mi
Last recorded8,621 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM229 LRJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2024 8,621 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 8,621 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 8,612 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 8,612 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 8,486 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 8,444 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 8,333 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 8,241 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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M229 LRJ is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M229 LRJ, 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 M229 LRJ registered?

M229 LRJ is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 February 1995.

Is M229 LRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M229 LRJ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M229 LRJ have outstanding finance?

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