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OY02 XUA

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

10,663 mi
Last recorded10,663 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY02 XUA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 10,663 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 10,312 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 10,036 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 9,940 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 9,871 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 9,621 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 9,465 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 9,311 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 9,037 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 8,936 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 8,744 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 8,742 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Sep 2014 8,316 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 3 Sep 2014 8,316 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Aug 2013 8,018 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 7,705 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 7,444 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 6,895 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 6,558 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 5,809 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 5,168 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 4,792 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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OY02 XUA is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 11,516 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 OY02 XUA, 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 24 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OY02 XUA registered?

OY02 XUA is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 April 2002.

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