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Y238 UGT

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,592 mi
Last recorded10,592 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY238 UGT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2019 10,592 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 10,436 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 10,428 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 10,335 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 10,257 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 9,674 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 9,084 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 8,720 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 7,928 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 7,677 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 6,964 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 6,457 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 6,015 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 5,558 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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Y238 UGT is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y238 UGT, 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 Y238 UGT registered?

Y238 UGT is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 4 August 2001.

Is Y238 UGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y238 UGT shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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