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N416 UVP

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

37,309 mi
Last recorded37,309 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN416 UVP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 37,309 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 36,465 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 36,007 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2024 36,007 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 34,425 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 33,791 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 33,011 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 30,920 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 30,244 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 29,402 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 27,876 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 26,540 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 24,453 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 21,690 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 19,873 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 17,533 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 15,523 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 14,088 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 11,901 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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N416 UVP is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 N416 UVP, 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 N416 UVP registered?

N416 UVP is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 January 1996.

Is N416 UVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N416 UVP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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