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N362 MTC

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

21,604 mi
Last recorded21,604 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN362 MTC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 21,604 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 20,728 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 19,432 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 18,888 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 17,805 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 17,783 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 17,518 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 17,480 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 17,455 miles

slight grab front brake

Pass 14 Mar 2018 17,229 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 16,940 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 16,756 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 16,357 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 Apr 2015 16,357 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 15,823 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 15,823 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 15,427 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 13,976 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 12,610 miles

Centre Front Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

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

Inner Rear Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 9 Apr 2011 12,606 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 8,978 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 8,978 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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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N362 MTC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 N362 MTC, 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 N362 MTC registered?

N362 MTC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 7 May 1996.

Is N362 MTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N362 MTC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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