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N341 XFJ

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,501 mi
Last recorded15,501 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN341 XFJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 15,501 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 15,447 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 15,430 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 15,213 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 14,679 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 14,194 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 13,551 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 12,968 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 12,091 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 11,309 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 10,168 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 9,851 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 9,516 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 9,501 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 9,362 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 9,264 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2007 9,147 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 9,000 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2005 8,742 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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N341 XFJ is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 N341 XFJ, 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 N341 XFJ registered?

N341 XFJ is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N341 XFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N341 XFJ shows 19 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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