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W242 FON

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

White Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

55,288 mi
Last recorded55,288 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW242 FON
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 55,288 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 54,007 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 53,176 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 52,365 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 51,886 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 50,693 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 46,484 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 43,707 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 40,972 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 39,771 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 35,071 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 30,596 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 28,151 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 26,402 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 20,561 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 20,513 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 18,108 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 13,115 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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W242 FON is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in White with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W242 FON, 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 W242 FON registered?

W242 FON is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 24 June 2000.

Is W242 FON safe to buy?

The MOT history for W242 FON shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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