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N336 VSO

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

26,387 mi
Last recorded26,387 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN336 VSO
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 26,387 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 25,969 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 25,402 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 24,971 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 24,382 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 24,242 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 22,734 miles

modified exhaust

Pass 13 Jun 2019 21,016 miles

modified exhaust

Pass 8 Jun 2018 18,788 miles

modified exhaust

Pass 24 May 2017 16,359 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 15,262 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 14,199 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 14,121 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 13,829 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 13,253 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 12,529 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 11,846 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 10,930 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2008 10,930 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 9,356 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 8,578 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 7,547 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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N336 VSO is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 N336 VSO, 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 N336 VSO registered?

N336 VSO is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N336 VSO safe to buy?

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