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P979 MLP

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,898 mi
Last recorded22,898 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP979 MLP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 22,898 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 22,761 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 22,417 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 21,925 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 21,480 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 20,063 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 19,378 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 18,229 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 18,188 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 18,178 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 17,986 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 17,686 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 17,296 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 17,075 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 16,799 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 16,799 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 16,303 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 40,244 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 38,115 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 35,341 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 35,341 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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P979 MLP is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P979 MLP, 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 P979 MLP registered?

P979 MLP is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 December 1996.

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