CarVerify

Free Car Check

OY52 OJR

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

17,047 mi
Last recorded17,047 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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

RegistrationOY52 OJR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
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

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 17,047 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 16,665 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 16,649 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 16,384 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 15,913 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 14,916 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 13,678 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 13,454 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 13,139 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 12,690 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 10,904 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2011 7,473 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 7,067 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 5,493 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2008 3,528 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 2,825 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 2,447 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2005 2,118 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2005 2,118 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

OY52 OJR is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 OY52 OJR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OY52 OJR?

You can check the full history of OY52 OJR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OY52 OJR registered?

OY52 OJR is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 October 2002.

Is OY52 OJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY52 OJR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OY52 OJR 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 OY52 OJR. 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.