CarVerify

Free Car Check

J9 BKG

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,842 mi
Last recorded4,842 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 BKG
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2025 4,842 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 4,756 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 4,641 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 4,579 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 4,434 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 3,900 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 3,108 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 3,105 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 3,086 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 2,898 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 2,895 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2010 2,890 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 2,830 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 2,576 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 2,264 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
Full Triumph Thunderbird reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J9 BKG is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 J9 BKG, 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

How do I check the history of J9 BKG?

You can check the full history of J9 BKG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J9 BKG registered?

J9 BKG is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is J9 BKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J9 BKG shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J9 BKG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J9 BKG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.