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GK51 BXH

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,418 mi
Last recorded25,418 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 BXH
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2026 25,418 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 23,612 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 23,597 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 22,422 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 21,199 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 19,323 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 18,386 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 17,464 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 15,162 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 11,694 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 10,386 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 10,091 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 9,463 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 9,005 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 8,182 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 7,567 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 7,028 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 6,697 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 5,966 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 5,509 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 5,010 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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GK51 BXH is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 12,763 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 GK51 BXH, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GK51 BXH registered?

GK51 BXH is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 10 November 2001.

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