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M240 EBX

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

12,739 mi
Last recorded12,739 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM240 EBX
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 12,739 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 12,726 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2023 11,918 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 10,334 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 9,188 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 7,703 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 6,663 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 5,315 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 5,315 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 4,847 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 4,609 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 4,563 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 4,530 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 3,826 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 2,818 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 2,793 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 2,793 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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M240 EBX is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 M240 EBX, 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 M240 EBX registered?

M240 EBX is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 June 1995.

Is M240 EBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M240 EBX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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