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RL02 FEU

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153 mi
Last recorded153 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL02 FEU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2025 153 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

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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RL02 FEU is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RL02 FEU, 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 RL02 FEU registered?

RL02 FEU is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is RL02 FEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL02 FEU shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RL02 FEU have outstanding finance?

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