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W283 SPW

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,089 mi
Last recorded21,089 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW283 SPW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 21,089 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 18,698 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2024 15,740 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 12,014 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 8,930 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2022 8,930 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 5,920 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 5,319 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 5,121 miles

rear number plate cracked

Pass 10 Mar 2006 5,115 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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W283 SPW is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 W283 SPW, 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 W283 SPW registered?

W283 SPW is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 April 2000.

Is W283 SPW safe to buy?

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