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V430 UBD

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

17,975 mi
Last recorded17,975 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV430 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 17,975 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2025 17,852 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 17,828 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 17,666 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 17,467 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 17,405 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2021 17,405 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 13,256 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Dec 2019 13,256 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 13,102 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 11,896 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 11,299 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 10,561 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 10,204 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 9,834 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Fail 5 Aug 2009 9,834 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 7,786 miles

front forks rusting

Pass 15 Jun 2007 4,973 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 4,342 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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V430 UBD is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 V430 UBD, 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

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What year was V430 UBD registered?

V430 UBD is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 February 2000.

Is V430 UBD safe to buy?

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