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LA51 VCD

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

16,932 mi
Last recorded16,932 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 VCD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 16,932 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 15,898 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 15,153 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 13,349 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 12,920 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 12,920 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 11,947 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 10,714 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 10,528 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 10,158 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 9,348 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 9,096 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 9,099 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 9,095 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 9,042 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 8,555 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 6,684 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 6,319 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 5,331 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 5,331 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 4,357 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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LA51 VCD is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 11,516 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 LA51 VCD, 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 LA51 VCD registered?

LA51 VCD is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 February 2002.

Is LA51 VCD safe to buy?

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