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HN02 KOB

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

13,612 mi
Last recorded13,612 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN02 KOB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 13,612 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 13,491 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 13,459 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 13,329 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 13,174 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 12,809 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 12,465 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 11,985 miles

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

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear rear tyre has slightly perished sidewalls

Pass 1 Jun 2018 11,553 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 11,198 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 19 May 2017 11,198 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 May 2016 10,745 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 10,499 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 10,074 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 9,515 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 9,236 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 8,904 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 8,386 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 May 2009 8,084 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 7,503 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 6,787 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2006 5,896 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 KOB is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 KOB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HN02 KOB registered?

HN02 KOB is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 12 April 2002.

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