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Y437 CGP

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

White Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,707 mi
Last recorded24,707 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY437 CGP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 24,707 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 23,812 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 23,172 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 22,641 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 22,182 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 21,710 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 20,874 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 20,494 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 20,187 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 20,187 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 20,012 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 19,473 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 19,540 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 18,774 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 18,343 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 17,776 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 17,080 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 16,100 miles

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

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 26 May 2009 16,100 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2008 15,115 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 May 2007 14,345 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 12,380 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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Y437 CGP is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in White with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 Y437 CGP, 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 Y437 CGP registered?

Y437 CGP is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 10 April 2001.

Is Y437 CGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y437 CGP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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