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Y207 GDY

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,534 mi
Last recorded26,534 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY207 GDY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 26,534 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 25,632 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 38,330 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 37,691 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 37,616 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 36,676 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 32,427 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Jan 2011 32,427 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 27,412 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 27,412 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2009 22,847 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 22,847 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 18,403 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 16 Feb 2007 13,791 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 13,791 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 8,778 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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Y207 GDY is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y207 GDY, 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 Y207 GDY registered?

Y207 GDY is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 March 2001.

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