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X251 UGC

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,104 mi
Last recorded26,104 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX251 UGC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2025 26,104 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 25,181 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 24,446 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 23,371 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 21,968 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 21,744 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 21,195 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 19,113 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 17,851 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 16,490 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 15,736 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 15,599 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 15,376 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 15,083 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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X251 UGC is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 X251 UGC, 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 X251 UGC registered?

X251 UGC is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 January 2001.

Is X251 UGC safe to buy?

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