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W488 GBW

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

White Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,142 mi
Last recorded19,142 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW488 GBW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 19,142 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 18,963 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 18,882 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 18,398 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 17,845 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 17,627 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 17,339 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 16,361 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 16,361 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Offside Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 16,315 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 14,239 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 13,844 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 10,203 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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W488 GBW is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in White with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 W488 GBW, 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 W488 GBW registered?

W488 GBW is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W488 GBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W488 GBW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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