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MX51 VXS

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

39,002 mi
Last recorded39,002 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 VXS
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 39,002 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 38,193 miles

Nearside Rear noe of two side light and stop light not working

horn not working properly

Pass 9 Sep 2020 37,344 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 36,455 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 36,454 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 34,385 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 32,767 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 31,029 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit inner pad less than 2mm limit 1.5mm (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Feb 2015 30,033 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 30,033 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 14 Feb 2014 29,604 miles

Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 29,604 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 28,828 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 27,370 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 23,562 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 24,099 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 24,099 miles

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))

Pass 11 Feb 2009 20,823 miles

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))

Pass 19 Feb 2008 17,731 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 15,951 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 13,534 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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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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What year was MX51 VXS registered?

MX51 VXS is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 21 September 2001.

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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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