MOT Status
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31,195 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W165 JVV is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
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 W165 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 W165 JVV registered?
W165 JVV is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 July 2000.
Is W165 JVV safe to buy?
The MOT history for W165 JVV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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