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NL02 ODE

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,972 mi
Last recorded11,972 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL02 ODE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2025 11,972 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 11,904 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 11,843 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 11,727 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 11,259 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 10,938 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 10,510 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 8,983 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 8,470 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 6,244 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 4,983 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2012 4,947 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 4,893 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 4,842 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 4,664 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 4,432 miles

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (verified by road test) (3.3.E1e)

Rear Decelerometer brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (verified by road test) (3.3.E1e)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 4,192 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 3,981 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2005 3,667 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 ODE is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 NL02 ODE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NL02 ODE registered?

NL02 ODE is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 April 2002.

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