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N787 TBC

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,041 mi
Last recorded56,041 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN787 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 56,041 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 55,745 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 55,293 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 54,925 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 54,052 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 54,051 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake caliper leaking rear banjo is loose causing it to leak (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls font brake lever does not operate the brake lamp (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 53,142 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 51,596 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 50,940 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 49,776 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 49,776 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 48,982 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 47,371 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 43,972 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 43,495 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2010 42,754 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 42,754 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 41,864 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 39,730 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 38,197 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2006 34,654 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Apr 2006 34,654 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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N787 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 N787 TBC, 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.

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What year was N787 TBC registered?

N787 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 June 1996.

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