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X929 AFH

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

37,180 mi
Last recorded37,180 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX929 AFH
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 37,180 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 1 Jul 2025 36,298 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 35,055 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 34,248 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 33,313 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 33,313 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 32,308 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 32,308 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 31,211 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 30,044 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 28,281 miles

front and rear tyes just starting to slightly perish on side walls.

Pass 5 Jul 2017 26,929 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 26,896 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 24,384 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 22,225 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 19,564 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 16,945 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 15,608 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 14,061 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 12,974 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 12,462 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 12,190 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 11,767 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 11,767 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 11,324 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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X929 AFH is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 X929 AFH, 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 X929 AFH registered?

X929 AFH is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 January 2001.

Is X929 AFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X929 AFH shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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