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EO52 LJF

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,703 mi
Last recorded29,703 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO52 LJF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 29,703 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 29,441 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 28,970 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2023 28,970 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 28,586 miles

front brake lever has lot of free play / travel before braking starts to take effect

Pass 2 Sep 2021 28,187 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 26,950 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 26,308 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 24,231 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 22,923 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2016 22,923 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 22,873 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 19,397 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 15,670 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 10,161 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 8,455 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 5,769 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 3,680 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 LJF is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LJF, 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 EO52 LJF registered?

EO52 LJF is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 November 2002.

Is EO52 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO52 LJF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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