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P424 OCL

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

12,626 mi
Last recorded12,626 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP424 OCL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 12,626 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2026 12,626 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2025 12,324 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 11,837 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 11,837 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 11,837 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 11,718 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 11,530 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 11,359 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 11,221 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 11,034 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 10,499 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 9,680 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 9,100 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 8,608 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 7,904 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 7,027 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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P424 OCL is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 P424 OCL, 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

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What year was P424 OCL registered?

P424 OCL is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 23 September 1996.

Is P424 OCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P424 OCL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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