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N206 CJA

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,005 mi
Last recorded15,005 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN206 CJA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 15,005 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 14,440 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 14,301 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 14,203 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 14,147 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Registration plate slightly cracked

Pass 31 Aug 2012 13,836 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 13,771 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 13,547 miles

chain gaurd missing

Fail 1 Sep 2010 13,545 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

chain gaurd missing

Pass 1 Sep 2009 13,330 miles

front brake lever has slightly reduced lever travel

Pass 3 Sep 2008 13,036 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 12,731 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 12,402 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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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N206 CJA is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 17,177 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 N206 CJA, 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 N206 CJA registered?

N206 CJA is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 May 1996.

Is N206 CJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N206 CJA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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