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CX02 BAO

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Grey Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,018 mi
Last recorded42,018 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX02 BAO
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 42,018 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2026 42,018 miles

Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort front (1.2.1 (e))

Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 41,310 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 41,295 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 40,868 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 40,804 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 40,633 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 39,722 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 38,660 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 38,660 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 21,685 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 20,228 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 17,695 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 16,633 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 14,971 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 13,029 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 10,022 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 8,382 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 8,360 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 8,360 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Oct 2005 1,690 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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CX02 BAO is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Grey with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CX02 BAO, 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 CX02 BAO registered?

CX02 BAO is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 29 May 2002.

Is CX02 BAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX02 BAO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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