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Y518 RVV

2001 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

10,844 mi
Last recorded10,844 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Thunderbird12,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY518 RVV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 10,844 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 10,650 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 31 Aug 2023 10,627 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2022 10,420 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 10,378 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 9,831 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 9,831 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2016 9,679 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 9,574 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

the front side light bulb is not working

Pass 22 Jun 2013 9,406 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 30 May 2012 7,131 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 6,845 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 May 2010 6,210 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 May 2009 5,920 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 5,598 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 5,139 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 4,812 miles

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

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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Y518 RVV is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow 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 Y518 RVV, 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 Y518 RVV?

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What year was Y518 RVV registered?

Y518 RVV is a 2001 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 12 March 2001.

Is Y518 RVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y518 RVV 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.

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