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ST02 JWK

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

6,425 mi
Last recorded6,425 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST02 JWK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 6,425 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 6,276 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2024 6,276 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 6,067 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 5,816 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 5,362 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 4,784 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 3,407 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 3,189 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 3,189 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 3,179 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 3,178 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 3,178 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 3,106 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 2,933 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 2,766 miles
Pass 20 May 2012 2,728 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 2,575 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 2,309 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 2,309 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 1,943 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 16,055 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 16,055 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 1,038 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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ST02 JWK is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 ST02 JWK, 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

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What year was ST02 JWK registered?

ST02 JWK is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 13 June 2002.

Is ST02 JWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST02 JWK shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ST02 JWK have outstanding finance?

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