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X268 KHB

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

31,186 mi
Last recorded31,186 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX268 KHB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 31,186 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 20,875 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 19,771 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 19,347 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 17,775 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 17,139 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 16,977 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 15,961 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 15,814 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 15,360 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 15,137 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 14,743 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 14,263 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 13,568 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 12,771 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 10,859 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 May 2009 7,567 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2009 7,567 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 30 May 2008 3,082 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 3,070 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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X268 KHB is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 X268 KHB, 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.

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What year was X268 KHB registered?

X268 KHB is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 9 January 2001.

Is X268 KHB safe to buy?

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