CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y391 XFV

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

10,033 mi
Last recorded10,033 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY391 XFV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 10,033 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 9,504 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 8,983 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 8,964 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm Tread Depth 0.68mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2019 8,529 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 7,992 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 7,583 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 7,477 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 7,454 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 7,432 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 7,159 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 7,114 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 May 2010 6,720 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 6,054 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 4,855 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 4,710 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 4,346 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
Full Triumph Thunderbird reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y391 XFV is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 Y391 XFV, 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

How do I check the history of Y391 XFV?

You can check the full history of Y391 XFV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y391 XFV registered?

Y391 XFV is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 9 April 2001.

Is Y391 XFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y391 XFV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y391 XFV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y391 XFV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.