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N269 SBO

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,497 mi
Last recorded8,497 miles
Recorded on7 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN269 SBO
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 May 2022 8,497 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 8,475 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 8,245 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 8,026 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 6,268 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 4,799 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 3,869 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 2,925 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 3 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 11,253 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 10,722 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 9,927 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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N269 SBO is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 N269 SBO, 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 N269 SBO registered?

N269 SBO is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is N269 SBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N269 SBO shows 12 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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