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KE51 VYX

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

12,990 mi
Last recorded12,990 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 VYX
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 12,990 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 12,884 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 12,612 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 12,198 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 11,872 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 10,858 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 10,422 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 9,677 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 8,349 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 7,926 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 7,782 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 7,782 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 7,602 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 7,323 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 7,323 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 7,084 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 6,315 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 5,667 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 5,346 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 4,564 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 3,915 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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KE51 VYX is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 KE51 VYX, 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 KE51 VYX registered?

KE51 VYX is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 October 2001.

Is KE51 VYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE51 VYX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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