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M277 FMW

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,067 mi
Last recorded31,067 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM277 FMW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 31,067 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 30,872 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 30,862 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 30,423 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 29,812 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 28,251 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 27,158 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 27,158 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 23,658 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 19,609 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Feb 2016 19,609 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 18,175 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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M277 FMW is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M277 FMW, 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 M277 FMW registered?

M277 FMW is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 21 April 1995.

Is M277 FMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M277 FMW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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