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BX02 AYB

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

19,299 mi
Last recorded19,299 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX02 AYB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 19,299 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 19,266 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 19,249 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 19,237 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 19,084 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 18,968 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 18,345 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 17,705 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 16,794 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 9 Apr 2016 14,554 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 12,547 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 11,322 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2013 10,570 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 9,562 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 9,548 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 7,069 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2009 6,516 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2009 6,516 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 May 2006 5,881 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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BX02 AYB is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BX02 AYB, 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

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What year was BX02 AYB registered?

BX02 AYB is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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The MOT history for BX02 AYB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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