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T900 GWS

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

28,204 mi
Last recorded28,204 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT900 GWS
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2025 28,204 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 26,493 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 24,319 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 24,032 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 23,546 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 23,398 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 21,951 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 20,496 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 19,225 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 19,225 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 18,248 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 17,415 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 16,235 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 14,663 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 25 Mar 2010 14,623 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 12,218 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 9,166 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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T900 GWS is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 T900 GWS, 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 T900 GWS registered?

T900 GWS is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 May 2002.

Is T900 GWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for T900 GWS 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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