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N759 GCL

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

24,866 mi
Last recorded24,866 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN759 GCL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 24,866 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 23,520 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 21,575 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 20,083 miles

Rear tyre at 1.4mm.

Pass 6 Aug 2021 19,480 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 19,357 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 19,318 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 19,111 miles

Front brake pads getting low.

Pass 4 Aug 2017 18,961 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 18,800 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 18,398 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 18,138 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 17,897 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 17,761 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 17,423 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 17,043 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 16,647 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 16,647 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 16,510 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 16,011 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 16,011 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 14,409 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 14,409 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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N759 GCL is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 N759 GCL, 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.

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What year was N759 GCL registered?

N759 GCL is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 4 August 1995.

Is N759 GCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N759 GCL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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