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M781 UNN

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,210 mi
Last recorded24,210 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM781 UNN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 24,210 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 May 2023 22,059 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 21,637 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 20,759 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 17,455 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 17,455 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 15,329 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2018 12,272 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 24 Mar 2018 12,272 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 10,689 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 8,705 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 6,869 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))

Pass 1 Mar 2014 5,401 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 4,114 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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M781 UNN is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M781 UNN, 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 M781 UNN registered?

M781 UNN is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 May 1995.

Is M781 UNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M781 UNN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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