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N566 HWS

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

12,261 mi
Last recorded12,261 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN566 HWS
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 12,261 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 11,848 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 11,747 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 11,697 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 11,608 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 11,513 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 11,209 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 11,170 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 11,120 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 10,983 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 10,692 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 10,527 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 10,209 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 9,974 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 9,837 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 9,580 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 9,580 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 9,330 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 9,137 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 8,968 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 8,822 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 8,644 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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N566 HWS is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 N566 HWS, 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 N566 HWS registered?

N566 HWS is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 14 September 1995.

Is N566 HWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N566 HWS shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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