MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
39,002 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear noe of two side light and stop light not working
horn not working properly
Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit inner pad less than 2mm limit 1.5mm (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MX51 VXS is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.
Across all 2001 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 12,763 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 MX51 VXS, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of MX51 VXS?
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What year was MX51 VXS registered?
MX51 VXS is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 21 September 2001.
Is MX51 VXS safe to buy?
The MOT history for MX51 VXS shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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