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OV51 OBH

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,655 mi
Last recorded26,655 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 OBH
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2026 26,655 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 26,115 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 25,607 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 25,278 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 24,907 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 24,350 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 23,698 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 22,946 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 22,803 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 21,684 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 20,894 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 19,262 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 16,758 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 14,209 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 12,234 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 11,711 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 10,836 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 9,485 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 7,957 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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OV51 OBH 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 OV51 OBH, 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 OV51 OBH registered?

OV51 OBH is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 12 January 2002.

Is OV51 OBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 OBH shows 19 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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