CarVerify

Free Car Check

X942 VAY

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

White Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

18,533 mi
Last recorded18,533 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationX942 VAY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 18,533 miles

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

Front brake lever adjuster pivot slightly worn

Rear carrier slightly loose

Pass 25 Apr 2024 16,575 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 15,117 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2023 15,018 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 11,141 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2022 11,141 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 10,952 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 10,919 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 9,497 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 7,893 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 5,390 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 2,465 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 31,524 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 27,345 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 22,936 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 21,549 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 19,137 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 17,667 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 16,339 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 14,769 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 11,713 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
Full Triumph Thunderbird reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

X942 VAY is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in White with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 X942 VAY, 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

How do I check the history of X942 VAY?

You can check the full history of X942 VAY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X942 VAY registered?

X942 VAY is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 February 2001.

Is X942 VAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X942 VAY shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X942 VAY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on X942 VAY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.