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N761 GCL

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

41,625 mi
Last recorded41,625 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN761 GCL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 41,625 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 41,076 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 40,650 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 40,221 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 39,797 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 39,378 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 38,954 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 38,590 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 38,189 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 37,636 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 37,177 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 36,630 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 36,146 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 36,146 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 35,590 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 34,849 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 34,152 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 33,119 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 32,250 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

NO NUMBER PLATE REAR BULB FITTED IN LIGHT

Pass 19 Sep 2008 32,250 miles

NO NUMBER PLATE REAR BULB FITTED IN LIGHT

Pass 19 Sep 2007 31,184 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 29,551 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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N761 GCL is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N761 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N761 GCL registered?

N761 GCL is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 13 September 1995.

Is N761 GCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N761 GCL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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