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DG02 GYN

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

38,604 mi
Last recorded38,604 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG02 GYN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 38,604 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 38,140 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 37,794 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 37,493 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 36,708 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Mar 2019 36,708 miles

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

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2017 36,666 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 36,603 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 35,425 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

head light is loose has alot of play in mounting but not insecure at time of test

left handlebar grip loose but held in position by bar end so not insecure

Pass 2 Apr 2014 34,894 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 34,890 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 31,919 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 20 Mar 2013 31,916 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 24,217 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 12,986 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 7,300 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 6,236 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 5,280 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 4,886 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 3,097 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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DG02 GYN is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DG02 GYN, 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 DG02 GYN registered?

DG02 GYN is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 April 2002.

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