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N210 JMB

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

37,040 mi
Last recorded37,040 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN210 JMB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 37,040 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 36,021 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 34,934 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 34,934 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2023 33,754 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 32,398 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 31,519 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 29,968 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 28,748 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 27,317 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 25,259 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 24,112 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 21,488 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 21,487 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 21,475 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 11 May 2006 20,901 miles

advise front tyre flat

Fail 11 May 2006 20,901 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

front tyre flat

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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N210 JMB is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 N210 JMB, 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 N210 JMB registered?

N210 JMB is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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The MOT history for N210 JMB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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