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M249 MBD

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

40,942 mi
Last recorded40,942 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM249 MBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 40,942 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 39,403 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 38,716 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 37,606 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 37,059 miles

Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 37,059 miles

Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 33,887 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 33,714 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2009 33,013 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 33,013 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 31,386 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 29,537 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 27,158 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 27,158 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 19 Aug 2005 24,721 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2005 24,721 miles

Front Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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M249 MBD is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 M249 MBD, 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 M249 MBD registered?

M249 MBD is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 May 1995.

Is M249 MBD safe to buy?

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