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N178 BHN

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

16,505 mi
Last recorded16,505 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2021
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN178 BHN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2021 16,505 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 16,471 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 16,358 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 16,313 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 15,936 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 15,891 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 15,789 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 15,690 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 15,156 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 14,414 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 14,414 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 13,090 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 13,090 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 12,651 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 11,932 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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N178 BHN is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 17,177 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 N178 BHN, 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 30 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N178 BHN registered?

N178 BHN is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 June 1996.

Is N178 BHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N178 BHN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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