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P484 BUB

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,447 mi
Last recorded18,447 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP484 BUB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 18,447 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 18,314 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 18,046 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 17,644 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 17,471 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 17,262 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 17,183 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 17,121 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 16,911 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 16,699 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort slight (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 16,069 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 16,047 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 15,980 miles

Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 14 Mar 2013 15,935 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 15,935 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 25,898 miles

advise mirrors slightly wabble but secure

Fail 26 Mar 2011 15,850 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 15,850 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 15,736 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 15,736 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 15,537 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 21 Feb 2009 15,537 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 26 Jan 2008 15,164 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2008 15,164 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 14,197 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 12,338 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 12,315 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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P484 BUB is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P484 BUB, 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 P484 BUB registered?

P484 BUB is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P484 BUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P484 BUB shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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