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FE51 OVR

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,008 mi
Last recorded40,008 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 OVR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2026 40,008 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 39,141 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 38,247 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 37,150 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 36,042 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 34,395 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 33,235 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 32,806 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 32,126 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 31,570 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 29,009 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 24,410 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 23,742 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 22,432 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 21,866 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 19,864 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 17,977 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 16,599 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2008 14,438 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 11,700 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 10,048 miles

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

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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FE51 OVR is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FE51 OVR, 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 FE51 OVR registered?

FE51 OVR is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is FE51 OVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE51 OVR shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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