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FN52 WNC

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

28,631 mi
Last recorded28,631 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 WNC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 28,631 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

fuel line kinked under tank

Pass 19 Aug 2022 28,358 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 28,358 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 27,897 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 27,431 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 27,211 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 26,826 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 26,250 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 25,773 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 24,308 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 23,061 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 22,725 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 22,075 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 21,657 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 21,213 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 20,204 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 19,084 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 16,907 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 15,137 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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FN52 WNC 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 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 FN52 WNC, 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 FN52 WNC registered?

FN52 WNC is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 October 2002.

Is FN52 WNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN52 WNC 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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