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LG02 ULP

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

21,107 mi
Last recorded21,107 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG02 ULP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 21,107 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2025 20,659 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 20,207 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 19,425 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 16,974 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2022 16,974 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 15,269 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 14,740 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 11,746 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 11,746 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 10,792 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 10,072 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 9,838 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 8,808 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 8,808 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 6 Jun 2014 6,290 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 4,447 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 2,864 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 984 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 699 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 595 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 591 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 ULP 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 86.4%.

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 ULP, 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 LG02 ULP registered?

LG02 ULP is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 18 May 2002.

Is LG02 ULP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG02 ULP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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