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W673 YFL

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,565 mi
Last recorded24,565 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW673 YFL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 24,565 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear starting to wear uneven

Pass 17 Sep 2024 23,130 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 21,680 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2022 19,619 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2022 19,619 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 18,860 miles

Front Tyre has slight sidewall cracking

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Split link fitted to final drive chain

Pass 26 Aug 2020 18,688 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 17,714 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 17,659 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 17,482 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 16,967 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 16,277 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 15,642 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 15,642 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 15,426 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 14,308 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 13,221 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 May 2008 12,450 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 May 2007 11,798 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 10,979 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 May 2006 10,979 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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W673 YFL is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W673 YFL, 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 W673 YFL registered?

W673 YFL is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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