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N278 AOB

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,640 mi
Last recorded19,640 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN278 AOB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2024 19,640 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 19,528 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 19,380 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 19,220 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 18,964 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 18,837 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 18,510 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 18,122 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 17,597 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 16,935 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 16,034 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 14,958 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 13,587 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 12,135 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 10,781 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 8,629 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 6,224 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 4,386 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 3,557 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 2,399 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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N278 AOB is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 N278 AOB, 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 N278 AOB registered?

N278 AOB is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 April 1996.

Is N278 AOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N278 AOB shows 20 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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