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X434 RCC

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

15,450 mi
Last recorded15,450 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX434 RCC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 15,450 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 15,294 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 14,978 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 14,762 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 14,664 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 14,193 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2018 13,928 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 13,406 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 12,074 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 May 2015 11,832 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 May 2015 11,832 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 11,518 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 11,061 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 May 2013 11,061 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 10,289 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 May 2012 10,289 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 9,914 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 7,223 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 7,223 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 5,703 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 4,285 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 4,199 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 3,998 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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X434 RCC is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 X434 RCC, 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 X434 RCC registered?

X434 RCC is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is X434 RCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X434 RCC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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