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N615 JHG

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

3,590 mi
Last recorded3,590 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN615 JHG
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 3,590 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 24,804 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 24,368 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 24,368 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2022 23,893 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 23,328 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 23,043 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 22,911 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 22,538 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 21,965 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 21,370 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 20,958 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 20,387 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 19,962 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 19,023 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 18,185 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 17,419 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 16,549 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 13,896 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 13,100 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 12,442 miles

number plate light not working

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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N615 JHG is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 N615 JHG, 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 N615 JHG registered?

N615 JHG is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 26 March 1996.

Is N615 JHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N615 JHG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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