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N781 CNO

1995 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

12,700 mi
Last recorded12,700 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 1995 Triumph Thunderbird18,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN781 CNO
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 12,700 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 12,693 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 12,540 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 12,534 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 12,534 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 12,153 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 12,153 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 11,590 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 11,106 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 10,567 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 10,567 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 9,572 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 9,154 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 12 Jul 2013 9,154 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 8,671 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 7,960 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 6 Apr 2010 7,477 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 7,477 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Apr 2009 7,005 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 6,761 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 6,457 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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N781 CNO is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 N781 CNO, 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 N781 CNO registered?

N781 CNO is a 1995 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 October 1995.

Is N781 CNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N781 CNO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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