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WJ02 KVG

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

25,736 mi
Last recorded25,736 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ02 KVG
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 25,736 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 24,309 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 23,521 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 23,495 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 23,448 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion front off-side (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 23,328 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 23,033 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 23,002 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 19,300 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 16,825 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 11,115 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Oct 2010 11,110 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 8,838 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 8,813 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn only works when engine is running.

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 5,420 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 4,224 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 2,640 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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WJ02 KVG is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 11,516 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 WJ02 KVG, 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 24 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ02 KVG registered?

WJ02 KVG is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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