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T300 BRD

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

26,397 mi
Last recorded26,397 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT300 BRD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 26,397 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 25,035 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 24,148 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 23,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 22,973 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 21,973 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 21,047 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 19,825 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 18,579 miles

Front Radiator mounting bolt missing but radiator is secure

Fail 2 Jul 2016 18,579 miles

Front Radiator mounting bolt missing but radiator is secure

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 17,108 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 15,743 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Jul 2013 14,791 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 14,791 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 14,191 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 13,118 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 11,112 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 8,534 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 6,568 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 6,504 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 6,238 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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T300 BRD is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 T300 BRD, 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 T300 BRD registered?

T300 BRD is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 9 June 2001.

Is T300 BRD safe to buy?

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