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N209 VNA

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,023 mi
Last recorded22,023 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2010
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN209 VNA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2010 22,023 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2009 21,474 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

slight cracking to rear tyre sidewall

Fail 6 Aug 2008 20,835 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 20,835 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 20,169 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 19,432 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 19,381 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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N209 VNA is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 N209 VNA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N209 VNA registered?

N209 VNA is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 February 1996.

Is N209 VNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N209 VNA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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