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MA51 AYE

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,068 mi
Last recorded27,068 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA51 AYE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2025 27,068 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 25,662 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 24,457 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 23,427 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 21,859 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 19,837 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 18,347 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 16,893 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 14,687 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 14,288 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 12,914 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 12,746 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 12,578 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 11,989 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 11,432 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 10,516 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 9,333 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 7,722 miles

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

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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MA51 AYE 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 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 MA51 AYE, 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 MA51 AYE registered?

MA51 AYE is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 January 2002.

Is MA51 AYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA51 AYE shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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