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WU51 DYC

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,818 mi
Last recorded12,818 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 DYC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2019 12,818 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 11,186 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Feb 2017 10,268 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 9,564 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 8,841 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 8,107 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 7,597 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 7,486 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 6,227 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 5,880 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 5,727 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 5,138 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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WU51 DYC is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 WU51 DYC, 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 WU51 DYC registered?

WU51 DYC is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is WU51 DYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU51 DYC shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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