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LG02 RLY

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,282 mi
Last recorded16,282 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG02 RLY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 16,282 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2025 16,192 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jul 2024 15,380 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 15,044 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 14,580 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 14,245 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 13,317 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 12,762 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 12,058 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 10,986 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 10,067 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 8,432 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 6,186 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 2 Aug 2010 6,186 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

number plate light does not work

Pass 26 Aug 2009 4,238 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 4,072 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 3,807 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 3,455 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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LG02 RLY is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 LG02 RLY, 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 LG02 RLY registered?

LG02 RLY is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 4 April 2002.

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