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AO02 UYF

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,400 mi
Last recorded27,400 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2023
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 UYF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2023 27,400 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

both tyres have a cut across them but no cords visible

Pass 18 Feb 2022 27,103 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 25,319 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 24,924 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 24,151 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 23,065 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 23,044 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 22,651 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 21,952 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 20,532 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 18,983 miles

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 22 Jul 2010 17,879 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 17,879 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 17,190 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 15,214 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 15,214 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 13,825 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 12,152 miles

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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AO02 UYF is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 11,516 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 AO02 UYF, 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 24 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO02 UYF registered?

AO02 UYF is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 23 July 2002.

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