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Y303 CJW

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

27,291 mi
Last recorded27,291 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY303 CJW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 27,291 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 26,986 miles

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 25,309 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 24,919 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 24,724 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 23,452 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 22,972 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 21,891 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 20,585 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 20,229 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 19,902 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 19,506 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2010 19,494 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 May 2010 18,138 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 15,564 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 14,094 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 11,749 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 9,292 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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Y303 CJW is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 Y303 CJW, 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 Y303 CJW registered?

Y303 CJW is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 July 2001.

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The MOT history for Y303 CJW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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