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NK51 JZG

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

17,616 mi
Last recorded17,616 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 JZG
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 17,616 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 17,615 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 17,614 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 17,146 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 17,146 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 15,773 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 15,767 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 13,097 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 3 May 2016 13,097 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 12,000 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 11,999 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 11,991 miles

50% of brake light not working

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

Pass 8 May 2012 11,979 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,965 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2010 8,328 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 5,888 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 5,474 miles

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 5,422 miles

No plate light broken

Pass 10 Oct 2005 5,324 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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NK51 JZG is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 NK51 JZG, 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 NK51 JZG registered?

NK51 JZG is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is NK51 JZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK51 JZG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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