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Y215 WHR

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,939 mi
Last recorded28,939 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY215 WHR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021 28,939 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 28,206 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 27,473 miles

rear seat bolt missing

slight rear brake fluctuation

Pass 20 Jun 2017 26,808 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 26,808 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 26,082 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 24,457 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 24,316 miles

fork legs damp

Pass 16 Apr 2009 24,136 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 23,787 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 23,452 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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Y215 WHR is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y215 WHR, 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 Y215 WHR registered?

Y215 WHR is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 8 August 2001.

Is Y215 WHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y215 WHR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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