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W482 JOW

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

18,227 mi
Last recorded18,227 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW482 JOW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 18,227 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 17,499 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 17,005 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 16,463 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 16,324 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 15,924 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 15,657 miles

Centre Rear Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 15,221 miles

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

headlight pass light not working

Pass 12 Aug 2014 14,841 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 14,632 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 14,499 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 14,244 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 14,070 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2010 14,062 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 13,641 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 12,030 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 10,498 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 9,678 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 9,388 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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W482 JOW is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 W482 JOW, 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 W482 JOW registered?

W482 JOW is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W482 JOW safe to buy?

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