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NL02 OCG

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

18,886 mi
Last recorded18,886 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL02 OCG
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 18,886 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 18,790 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 9 Apr 2024 18,572 miles

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 9 Apr 2024 18,572 miles

Exhaust system insecure bolt missing o/s silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 18,310 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 18,210 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Footrest missing main footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied front brake lever (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 17,372 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2022 17,372 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 16,510 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 16,510 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 16,357 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 15,758 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 15,477 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 14,598 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 13,948 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 13,079 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 11,738 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 10,805 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 10,008 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 7,515 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 4,298 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 4,155 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 12 May 2006 4,155 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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NL02 OCG is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 NL02 OCG, 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.

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What year was NL02 OCG registered?

NL02 OCG is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 9 March 2002.

Is NL02 OCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL02 OCG shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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