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GK51 KVZ

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,448 mi
Last recorded17,448 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 KVZ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2021 17,448 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 17,415 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 16,228 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 15,931 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 13,682 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 13,024 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 11,376 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 8,760 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 8,145 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 7,744 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2010 7,061 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 6,078 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 5,721 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 4,861 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 4,297 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 KVZ is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 KVZ, 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 KVZ registered?

GK51 KVZ is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 December 2001.

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