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N219 VTO

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,164 mi
Last recorded24,164 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2008
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN219 VTO
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2008 24,164 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 24,000 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 22,922 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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N219 VTO is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N219 VTO, 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 N219 VTO registered?

N219 VTO is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N219 VTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N219 VTO shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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