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Y161 JUX

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

16,376 mi
Last recorded16,376 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY161 JUX
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 16,376 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 14,687 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 13,433 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 11,788 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 11,670 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 9,954 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Jun 2021 9,954 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 8,901 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 7,835 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 7,470 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 7,163 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 7,125 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 7,039 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 6,875 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 6,874 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 6,858 miles

front tyre worn

Pass 12 Mar 2012 6,609 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 6,215 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 5,166 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 3,124 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 2,861 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 2,553 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 2,308 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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Y161 JUX 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 91.3%.

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 Y161 JUX, 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 Y161 JUX registered?

Y161 JUX is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y161 JUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y161 JUX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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