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R10 BSA

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

16,048 mi
Last recorded16,048 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR10 BSA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 16,048 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 15,874 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 15,670 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 15,123 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 15,027 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 3 Apr 2021 15,027 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2020 14,434 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 14,145 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 13,456 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 13,168 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 12,953 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2011 11,192 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 11,000 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 10,234 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 9,617 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 9,615 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2008 7,200 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 5,416 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 2,428 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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R10 BSA 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 89.5%.

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 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 R10 BSA, 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 R10 BSA registered?

R10 BSA is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 June 2001.

Is R10 BSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R10 BSA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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