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GY18 PXU

2018 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,635 mi
Last recorded13,635 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Triumph Thunderbird7,238 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY18 PXU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 13,635 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Mar 2026 13,635 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 11,381 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 9,581 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 7,512 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2022 4,371 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 2,112 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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GY18 PXU is a 2018 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 7,238 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 GY18 PXU, 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 8 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY18 PXU registered?

GY18 PXU is a 2018 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 18 May 2018.

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The MOT history for GY18 PXU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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