CarVerify

Free Car Check

W309 YKM

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

33,884 mi
Last recorded33,884 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW309 YKM
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 33,884 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 33,685 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 33,126 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 32,343 miles

Rear Tyre sidewall - slight cracking

Fail 2 Feb 2023 32,343 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre sidewall - slight cracking

Pass 22 Feb 2022 30,310 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 30,262 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 29,785 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 29,675 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 29,640 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 29,640 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 29,434 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 29,201 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 28,802 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 28,401 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 27,822 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 25,627 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 24,905 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 23,780 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 23,222 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 22,702 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
Full Triumph Thunderbird reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W309 YKM is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 W309 YKM, 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

How do I check the history of W309 YKM?

You can check the full history of W309 YKM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W309 YKM registered?

W309 YKM is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 March 2000.

Is W309 YKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W309 YKM shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W309 YKM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W309 YKM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.