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HN02 KNV

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,654 mi
Last recorded18,654 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN02 KNV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2026 18,654 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 17,941 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 16,219 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Slight distortion of rim bead, spoked wheel, tyre still runs true. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 16,201 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 16,017 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 15,943 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 15,834 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 15,506 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 15,451 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 14,181 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 12,479 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 11,001 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 7,828 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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HN02 KNV is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HN02 KNV, 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 HN02 KNV registered?

HN02 KNV is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is HN02 KNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN02 KNV shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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