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N241 OYU

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,708 mi
Last recorded4,708 miles
Recorded on26 May 2021
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN241 OYU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 May 2021 4,708 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 4,676 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 4,614 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 4,158 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 3,447 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 3,176 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 3,000 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 2,713 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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N241 OYU is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 N241 OYU, 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 N241 OYU registered?

N241 OYU is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 January 1996.

Is N241 OYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N241 OYU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N241 OYU have outstanding finance?

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