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EO02 GGF

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

11,523 mi
Last recorded11,523 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO02 GGF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 11,523 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 Feb 2025 11,523 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 10,705 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Feb 2024 10,705 miles

Stop lamp not working from front brake control. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 9,969 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2023 9,969 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 8,784 miles

Front Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules banjo fitting corroded heavily (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Fail 21 Feb 2022 8,784 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules banjo fitting corroded heavily (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2021 7,904 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 21 Jan 2021 7,855 miles

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

Wheel excessively distorted Front (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 7,406 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 5,388 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 5,388 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 2,977 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn Rear (3.2.A1l)

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 212 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 212 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 22,104 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 18,494 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 11,093 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 5,152 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 5,097 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 5,077 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 4,562 miles

split in rear tyre [less than 25mm]

Fail 18 Jun 2008 4,562 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

split in rear tyre [less than 25mm]

Pass 20 Jun 2007 4,164 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 4,125 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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EO02 GGF is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 EO02 GGF, 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 EO02 GGF registered?

EO02 GGF is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 13 April 2002.

Is EO02 GGF safe to buy?

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