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GK51 RSO

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,458 mi
Last recorded9,458 miles
Recorded on29 May 2021
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 RSO
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2021 9,458 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 9,296 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 24 Jun 2019 9,296 miles

Central Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 May 2018 8,857 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 8,848 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 8,805 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 8,302 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 7,416 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2006 6,240 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 RSO is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 GK51 RSO, 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 GK51 RSO registered?

GK51 RSO is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 January 2002.

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