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MK02 MWZ

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

16,743 mi
Last recorded16,743 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK02 MWZ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 16,743 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 16,385 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 15,925 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 15,580 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 13,863 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 12,881 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 12,128 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 11,749 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2018 10,530 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 9,485 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 8,213 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 7,652 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 6,793 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 4,080 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2012 4,074 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 3,216 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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MK02 MWZ is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MK02 MWZ, 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 MK02 MWZ registered?

MK02 MWZ is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 24 April 2002.

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