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W32 PTN

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,789 mi
Last recorded28,789 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW32 PTN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2025 28,789 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit aprox 2-3mm (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit ion places (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit aprox2-3mm (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 28,327 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 27,801 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 27,450 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 27,005 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake pad approx 3mm

Pass 27 Aug 2019 25,734 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 23,847 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 21,005 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Only one bulb working in rear light but light is 50% illuminated

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear n/s indicator taped up but sucure at time off test

Pass 5 Jul 2008 19,883 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Mar 2007 18,999 miles
Pass 3 May 2006

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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W32 PTN is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W32 PTN, 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 W32 PTN registered?

W32 PTN is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 19 April 2000.

Is W32 PTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W32 PTN shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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