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N549 EVT

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

10,768 mi
Last recorded10,768 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN549 EVT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 10,768 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 10,666 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 10,629 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 10,132 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 9,939 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 9,939 miles

Central Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2019 9,777 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 May 2019 9,777 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2018 9,654 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 May 2014 9,532 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 May 2014 9,532 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 9,475 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 9,378 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 9,067 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 8,700 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 8,555 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 7,999 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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N549 EVT is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 N549 EVT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N549 EVT registered?

N549 EVT is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 November 1995.

Is N549 EVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N549 EVT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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