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Y212 DRB

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

6,943 mi
Last recorded6,943 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY212 DRB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 6,943 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 5,889 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 3,550 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 17 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 44,626 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 41,847 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 40,764 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 37,974 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 34,834 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 28,103 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 28,103 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 23,862 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 23,862 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 19,246 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 15,043 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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Y212 DRB is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y212 DRB, 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 Y212 DRB registered?

Y212 DRB is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 8 March 2001.

Is Y212 DRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y212 DRB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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