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P623 TAE

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

13,077 mi
Last recorded13,077 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP623 TAE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 13,077 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 13,056 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 13,003 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 12,953 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 12,932 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015
Pass 16 May 2014 12,889 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 12,643 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 12,307 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 11,993 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 11,570 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 33,580 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 32,392 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 20,107 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 20,091 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 16,860 miles

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

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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P623 TAE is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 P623 TAE, 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 P623 TAE registered?

P623 TAE is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 23 December 1996.

Is P623 TAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P623 TAE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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