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MX51 XBA

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,170 mi
Last recorded8,170 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 XBA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2013 8,170 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 7,279 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 7,162 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 7,136 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 7,109 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 6,996 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 6,676 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 6,443 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 5,250 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 XBA is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 MX51 XBA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX51 XBA registered?

MX51 XBA is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 October 2001.

Is MX51 XBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX51 XBA shows 9 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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