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W162 JVV

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

31,288 mi
Last recorded31,288 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW162 JVV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 31,288 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 31,137 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 31,137 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 30,239 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 30,239 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 28,753 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 27,615 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 27,615 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Jul 2012 23,943 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 21,001 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 20,993 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2011 20,544 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 19,097 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 17,667 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 17,014 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 17,006 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 15,457 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 13,275 miles

Rear 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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W162 JVV is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 W162 JVV, 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.

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What year was W162 JVV registered?

W162 JVV is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W162 JVV safe to buy?

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