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Y261 DGT

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

25,229 mi
Last recorded25,229 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY261 DGT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 25,229 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned wheel over to right (2.4 (a))

Fail 19 Aug 2022 25,229 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned wheel over to right (2.4 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 25,179 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 21,088 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 21,088 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 20,068 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 19,658 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2016 19,658 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 18,728 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 18,718 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 18,079 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 16,918 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 14,807 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 11,625 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 10,945 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 10,193 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 8,784 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

slight fluctuation,front brake effort.

Pass 24 Mar 2007 6,806 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 5,828 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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Y261 DGT is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 Y261 DGT, 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 Y261 DGT registered?

Y261 DGT is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 7 July 2001.

Is Y261 DGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y261 DGT shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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