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M679 OEL

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

9,001 mi
Last recorded9,001 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM679 OEL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 9,001 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 8,808 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 8,487 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 8,105 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 7,568 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 7,389 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 6,648 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 6,201 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 5,414 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 4,831 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 3,612 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 2,631 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2014 2,631 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 2,211 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 2,211 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 May 2012 1,497 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 535 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 7 May 2010 12,924 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 9,828 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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M679 OEL is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Black 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 M679 OEL, 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 M679 OEL registered?

M679 OEL is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M679 OEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M679 OEL 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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