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P38 PHT

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

19,387 mi
Last recorded19,387 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP38 PHT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 19,387 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 17,936 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 15,411 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 15,393 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 15,378 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 14,900 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 14,900 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 14,354 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 14,336 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 14,125 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 13,892 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 13,892 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 13,701 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 13,311 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 11,864 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 11,864 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 11,039 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 9,430 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 8,038 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 7,772 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 7,628 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 7,371 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 7,186 miles

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

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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P38 PHT is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 P38 PHT, 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

How do I check the history of P38 PHT?

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What year was P38 PHT registered?

P38 PHT is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 21 August 1996.

Is P38 PHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P38 PHT shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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