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P516 RYE

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

22,503 mi
Last recorded22,503 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP516 RYE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 22,503 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 19,604 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 18,880 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 17,813 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 16,491 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 15,750 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 15,347 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 15,308 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 15,039 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 14,944 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 14,866 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 14,684 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 14,521 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 13,889 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 13,495 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 13,152 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 12,478 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 12,477 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 10,767 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 29,355 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 25,378 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2005 25,378 miles

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

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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P516 RYE is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P516 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P516 RYE registered?

P516 RYE is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 October 1996.

Is P516 RYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P516 RYE shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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