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RA51 KZF

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,153 mi
Last recorded15,153 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 KZF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2025 15,153 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 15,147 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 15,094 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 14,901 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 13,999 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 11,538 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 8,244 miles

Headlamp mask fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2018 8,236 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 7,766 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 7,468 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 6,983 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 6,232 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 6,037 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 5,639 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 5,334 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 4,907 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 4,696 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 4,022 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 3,411 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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RA51 KZF is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 RA51 KZF, 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

How do I check the history of RA51 KZF?

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What year was RA51 KZF registered?

RA51 KZF is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is RA51 KZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA51 KZF 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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