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295 DBK

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,984 mi
Last recorded4,984 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration295 DBK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 4,984 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 4,974 miles

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 May 2016 2,512 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 99,370 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 95,743 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 91,718 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 88,822 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 88,215 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 27 Oct 2010 88,194 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 87,698 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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295 DBK is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 12,763 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 295 DBK, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 295 DBK registered?

295 DBK is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 July 2001.

Is 295 DBK safe to buy?

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