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W749 XRV

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

31,874 mi
Last recorded31,874 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW749 XRV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 31,874 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 31,581 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 30,738 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2021 30,738 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 30,177 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 30,058 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 29,436 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 28,435 miles

Sidecar tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2016 26,840 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 25,213 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 23,010 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 20,554 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 19,586 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 17,265 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 15,356 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 14,119 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 13,039 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2006 11,393 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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W749 XRV is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 W749 XRV, 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 W749 XRV registered?

W749 XRV is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 June 2000.

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The MOT history for W749 XRV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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