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CU51 FSF

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

25,124 mi
Last recorded25,124 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU51 FSF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 25,124 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 24,942 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 24,915 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 24,779 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 24,210 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 23,395 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 22,809 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2017 21,774 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 20,944 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 19,619 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 19,179 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 17,657 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 17,538 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 16,675 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 16,021 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 15,330 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 14,647 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2006 11,739 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2006 11,739 miles

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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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CU51 FSF is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 CU51 FSF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU51 FSF registered?

CU51 FSF is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is CU51 FSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU51 FSF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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