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Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon · Petrol · 1996 · 885 cc

N787 TBCMOT history

N787 TBC is a maroon petrol Triumph Thunderbird first used on 17 Jun 1996. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 56,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
56,041 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N787 TBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Triumph
Model
Thunderbird
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
885 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
17 Jun 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N787 TBC was last recorded at 56,041 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 296 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,745 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
296 miles
Average per year
1,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,041 miles
  • 2025 – 55,745 miles
  • 2024 – 55,293 miles
  • 2023 – 54,925 miles
  • 2021 – 54,052 miles
  • 2020 – 53,142 miles
  • 2018 – 51,596 miles
  • 2017 – 50,940 miles
  • 2016 – 49,776 miles
  • 2015 – 48,982 miles
  • 2014 – 47,371 miles
  • 2013 – 43,972 miles
  • 2011 – 43,495 miles
  • 2010 – 42,754 miles
  • 2009 – 41,864 miles
  • 2008 – 39,730 miles
  • 2007 – 38,197 miles
  • 2006 – 34,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,041 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,041 miles (+296)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    56,041 miles
    Test number
    767187859145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass55,745 miles (+452)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    55,745 miles
    Test number
    917752294930
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass55,293 miles (+368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    55,293 miles
    Test number
    383079286585
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass54,925 miles (+873)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    54,925 miles
    Test number
    879432493256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass54,052 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    54,052 miles
    Test number
    345757819894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail54,051 miles (+909)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,051 miles
    Test number
    525559879254
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls font brake lever does not operate the brake lamp (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake caliper leaking rear banjo is loose causing it to leak (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

  7. Pass53,142 miles (+1,546)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    53,142 miles
    Test number
    284942844173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,596 miles (+656)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    51,596 miles
    Test number
    366368338321
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass50,940 miles (+1,164)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    50,940 miles
    Test number
    519028383883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass49,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    49,776 miles
    Test number
    534267217610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail49,776 miles (+794)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,776 miles
    Test number
    439217093790
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

  12. Pass48,982 miles (+1,611)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    48,982 miles
    Test number
    468070365164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,371 miles (+3,399)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    47,371 miles
    Test number
    295002844411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,972 miles (+477)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    43,972 miles
    Test number
    166589723175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,495 miles (+741)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,495 miles
    Test number
    837941541187
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  16. Fail42,754 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,754 miles
    Test number
    770792040110
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

  17. Pass42,754 miles (+890)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    42,754 miles
    Test number
    873942040180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,864 miles (+2,134)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    41,864 miles
    Test number
    500850459176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,730 miles (+1,533)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    39,730 miles
    Test number
    100371138156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,197 miles (+3,543)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,197 miles
    Test number
    372155427154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,654 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,654 miles
    Test number
    200656016459
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

  22. Pass34,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    34,654 miles
    Test number
    240606516451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N787 TBC

Does N787 TBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N787 TBC is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on N787 TBC?
The MOT on N787 TBC is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N787 TBC done?
N787 TBC was recorded at 56,041 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 1,057 miles a year.
Has N787 TBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N787 TBC has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on N787 TBC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on N787 TBC find?
N787 TBC passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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