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X309 NGS

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

22,442 mi
Last recorded22,442 miles
Recorded on14 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX309 NGS
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2016 22,442 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 22,442 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute Approx 180 times/min (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 21,518 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 21,087 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 17,621 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 17,540 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 16,977 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 16,683 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 16,420 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 15 Feb 2008 15,721 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 14,014 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 12,103 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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X309 NGS is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 X309 NGS, 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 X309 NGS registered?

X309 NGS is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 9 February 2001.

Is X309 NGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X309 NGS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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