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WA51 FKO

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

20,528 mi
Last recorded20,528 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 FKO
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 20,528 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2024 19,162 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2024 19,162 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 18,506 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 17,806 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 16,446 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 15,168 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 14,751 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 14,467 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 14,272 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 14,232 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 14,205 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 13,988 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 13,438 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 13,438 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 May 2008 12,972 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 12,913 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 11,928 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2006 11,402 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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WA51 FKO is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 12,763 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 WA51 FKO, 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 25 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 WA51 FKO registered?

WA51 FKO is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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