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X849 DYA

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

35,077 mi
Last recorded35,077 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX849 DYA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 35,077 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 35,021 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 34,891 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 34,648 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 34,025 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 33,399 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 33,393 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 32,022 miles

n/s switch gear slight loose

Pass 7 Jan 2009 31,708 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 26,101 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 19,554 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 14,875 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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X849 DYA is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Black 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 X849 DYA, 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 X849 DYA registered?

X849 DYA is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 9 February 2001.

Is X849 DYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X849 DYA 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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