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CE02 YKX

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

29,247 mi
Last recorded29,247 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE02 YKX
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 29,247 miles

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

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Oct 2025 29,247 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 24,148 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly loose silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Oct 2024 24,148 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly loose silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 23,942 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 23,843 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 23,539 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 22,501 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 22,189 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 21,872 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 21,872 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure Clip missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 21,070 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 21,070 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 16 May 2015 19,005 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 16,565 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 16,565 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2013 14,528 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 13,110 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 11,977 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 9,651 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 6,883 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 4,842 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 4,141 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 3,666 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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CE02 YKX is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 CE02 YKX, 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 CE02 YKX registered?

CE02 YKX is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 13 May 2002.

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