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PO51 KLA

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,136 mi
Last recorded15,136 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO51 KLA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2025 15,136 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 14,896 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 14,866 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 14,548 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 13,904 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 13,237 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 12,253 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 11,865 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 11,773 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 11,221 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 10,432 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 9,864 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 9,210 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 8,830 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 8,473 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 8,207 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 7,680 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 7,081 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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PO51 KLA is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 PO51 KLA, 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 PO51 KLA registered?

PO51 KLA is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is PO51 KLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO51 KLA shows 18 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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