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N335 UFX

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,713 mi
Last recorded41,713 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2022
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN335 UFX
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2022 41,713 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 41,713 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2019 40,374 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 36,278 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 33,593 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 31,700 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 28,683 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 25,977 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 25,974 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 25,973 miles

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Nov 2007 25,499 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 25,451 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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N335 UFX is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N335 UFX, 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 N335 UFX registered?

N335 UFX is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N335 UFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N335 UFX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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