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P513 RYE

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

9,843 mi
Last recorded9,843 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP513 RYE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 9,843 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 6,851 miles

Drive chain slightly tight tight spots in certain areas (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 6,132 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 6,126 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 6,126 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2022 5,811 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 5,567 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 5,076 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 4,994 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 4,921 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 4,766 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 4,609 miles

left indicator tell tale not working (indicators visable from riders position)

r.p.m. gauge not working

Pass 6 May 2010 4,536 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 4,336 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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P513 RYE is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P513 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 P513 RYE registered?

P513 RYE is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 September 1996.

Is P513 RYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P513 RYE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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