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M233 TOA

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

15,998 mi
Last recorded15,998 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM233 TOA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 15,998 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 15,701 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 15,524 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 15,455 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 15,441 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 15,441 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 15,302 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 15,053 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 14,620 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 14,396 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 12,748 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 12,567 miles

fuel tap damp

Pass 19 Jul 2010 12,363 miles

front tyre sidewall starting to crack

Pass 18 Jul 2009 12,172 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 11,786 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 11,547 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 11,429 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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M233 TOA is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 M233 TOA, 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 M233 TOA registered?

M233 TOA is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M233 TOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M233 TOA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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