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GU52 PUJ

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,753 mi
Last recorded17,753 miles
Recorded on8 May 2021
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 PUJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2021 17,753 miles
Fail 8 May 2021 17,753 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2020 17,720 miles

Nearside Front Lower Slight engine oil leak ,pipe below left engine casing

Pass 18 May 2019 17,413 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 May 2018 16,885 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 16,000 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 14,733 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 May 2015 13,336 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2014 11,679 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 9,979 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 8,784 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))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 7,656 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 6,836 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 6,479 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 5,662 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 5,511 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 4,788 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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GU52 PUJ is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GU52 PUJ, 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 GU52 PUJ registered?

GU52 PUJ is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 December 2002.

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