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V233 MKX

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

9,216 mi
Last recorded9,216 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV233 MKX
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 9,216 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 8,994 miles

Front tyre had less than 10 psi in it. Inflated to 34psi before brake test.

Pass 15 Jul 2022 8,675 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2022 8,675 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 8,588 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 8,554 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 8,543 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 8,383 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 6,919 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 6,745 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 6,364 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 6,364 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 7 Jun 2014 5,753 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 5,753 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 5,378 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2013 5,378 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 5,066 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 19 May 2010 4,947 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

right hand bar slightly back

Pass 14 Mar 2009 4,844 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 4,641 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 4,637 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 10 Jan 2006 4,397 miles

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

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

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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V233 MKX is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2000 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 14,978 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 V233 MKX, 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 26 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 V233 MKX?

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What year was V233 MKX registered?

V233 MKX is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 8 January 2000.

Is V233 MKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V233 MKX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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