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D200 DAD

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

16,895 mi
Last recorded16,895 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD200 DAD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 16,895 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive rusty (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 16,831 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2024 16,816 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2023 15,472 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 14,218 miles

registration plate lens cover missing

Pass 3 Sep 2021 14,215 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2021 14,215 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 14,210 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 14,111 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 14,092 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 13,949 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 13,860 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 13,745 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 13,550 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 13,477 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 13,236 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 12,814 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 12,139 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 11,824 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 10,201 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 8,663 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 6,110 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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D200 DAD is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 D200 DAD, 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.

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What year was D200 DAD registered?

D200 DAD is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 January 2001.

Is D200 DAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D200 DAD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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