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M348 SKP

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

4,754 mi
Last recorded4,754 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM348 SKP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 4,754 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 3,921 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 3,582 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 3,237 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 3,226 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 2,744 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 2,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 1,903 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 1,809 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 366 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 258 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 200 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 132 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2012 20 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 3 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2010 9,562 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Aug 2008 9,363 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 8,898 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 8,263 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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M348 SKP is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 M348 SKP, 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 M348 SKP registered?

M348 SKP is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 29 April 1995.

Is M348 SKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M348 SKP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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