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GX51 VUL

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

16,656 mi
Last recorded16,656 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 VUL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 16,656 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2025 16,462 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 16,375 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 16,253 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 16,235 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 16,158 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2021 16,158 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 16,002 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 15,990 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 15,181 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 15,057 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 15,009 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 14,941 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 14,787 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 14,728 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 14,552 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 14,322 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 14,168 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 14,031 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 13,796 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 12,066 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 11,359 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 11,359 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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GX51 VUL is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 GX51 VUL, 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 GX51 VUL registered?

GX51 VUL is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 October 2001.

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