MOT Status
ValidMileage
17,320 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
front brake application spongy
Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear suspension hard
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BT51 FZJ is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.
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 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 BT51 FZJ, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of BT51 FZJ?
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What year was BT51 FZJ registered?
BT51 FZJ is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 February 2002.
Is BT51 FZJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for BT51 FZJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BT51 FZJ have outstanding finance?
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