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RK51 XSV

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

14,486 mi
Last recorded14,486 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 XSV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 14,486 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 13,446 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 11,879 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 10,106 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 9,049 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 7,087 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 7,081 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 6,968 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 6,968 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2017 6,588 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 6,532 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 5,124 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 5,477 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 5,451 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 4,254 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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RK51 XSV is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RK51 XSV, 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 RK51 XSV registered?

RK51 XSV is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is RK51 XSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK51 XSV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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