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Y38 FBD

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,639 mi
Last recorded6,639 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY38 FBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 6,639 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 6,622 miles

Front tyre cracking on sidewall

Rear tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 17 May 2017 6,554 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 6,353 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 5,853 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 5,239 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 4,798 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 4,749 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 4,517 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 3,905 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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Y38 FBD is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 Y38 FBD, 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 Y38 FBD registered?

Y38 FBD is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 14 July 2001.

Is Y38 FBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y38 FBD shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y38 FBD have outstanding finance?

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