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N357 RPG

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

20,620 mi
Last recorded20,620 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN357 RPG
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 20,620 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 20,620 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 20,617 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 20,617 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2019 20,612 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 20,602 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 20,588 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 20,082 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 19,846 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 19,177 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 18,677 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 17,865 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 16,701 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 15,771 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 15,429 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 15,250 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 Aug 2008 15,250 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 15,036 miles

Inlet (rubber) manifolds perished-strong advice

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

very slight 'x-mass' tree effect on rear lights

Pass 28 Jun 2006 14,911 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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N357 RPG is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 18,110 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 N357 RPG, 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 31 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N357 RPG registered?

N357 RPG is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 4 September 1995.

Is N357 RPG safe to buy?

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