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Y152 KBN

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,064 mi
Last recorded30,064 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY152 KBN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 30,064 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2025 30,064 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 17,798 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Dec 2024 17,798 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 17,685 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 17,257 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 16,882 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 16,109 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 15,665 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 15,355 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 15,062 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 14,893 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 14,669 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 14,538 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 14,400 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 14,128 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2010 9,878 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 9,182 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 9,182 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 8,342 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 8,330 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 8,151 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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Y152 KBN is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y152 KBN, 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 Y152 KBN registered?

Y152 KBN is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 June 2001.

Is Y152 KBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y152 KBN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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