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EO52 CDZ

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,570 mi
Last recorded16,570 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO52 CDZ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 16,570 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Jul 2025 16,570 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 May 2024 15,936 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 15,550 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2022 15,001 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2022 15,001 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 May 2021 13,820 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2021 13,820 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 13,288 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 12,037 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 10,188 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 8,578 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 7,707 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 6,886 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 6,643 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 6,155 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 5,282 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 3,535 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 3,294 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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EO52 CDZ is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EO52 CDZ, 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 EO52 CDZ registered?

EO52 CDZ is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 October 2002.

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The MOT history for EO52 CDZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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