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P512 RYE

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

13,349 mi
Last recorded13,349 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP512 RYE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 13,349 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 12,823 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 12,662 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 12,662 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 12,148 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 11,419 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 10,326 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 8,842 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 7,505 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 6,543 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 5,956 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 5,956 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 9 Jul 2010 5,410 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 5,410 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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P512 RYE is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P512 RYE, 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 P512 RYE registered?

P512 RYE is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 September 1996.

Is P512 RYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P512 RYE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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