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DY52 DYC

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Grey Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

30,633 mi
Last recorded30,633 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY52 DYC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 30,633 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 29,967 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 28,156 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 27,090 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 25,210 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 24,113 miles

Rear tyre cracking

Pass 21 Jul 2017 22,976 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 21,534 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 21,534 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 19,924 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 14,847 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 15,177 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 14,594 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 13,981 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 13,194 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 12,563 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 12,033 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 11,294 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 9,203 miles

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

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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DY52 DYC is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Grey with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 DY52 DYC, 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 DY52 DYC registered?

DY52 DYC is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 December 2002.

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The MOT history for DY52 DYC 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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