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M74 EGT

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,753 mi
Last recorded53,753 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM74 EGT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 53,753 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 52,812 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2021 51,368 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 48,573 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 46,584 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 43,714 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 38,124 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 33,032 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 25,885 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 23,602 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 23,442 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 23,427 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 23,324 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 23,309 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 22,827 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 22,406 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 22,199 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 21,694 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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M74 EGT is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M74 EGT, 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 M74 EGT registered?

M74 EGT is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 April 1995.

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The MOT history for M74 EGT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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