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T900 RDM

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

19,791 mi
Last recorded19,791 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT900 RDM
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 19,791 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 19,644 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 May 2024 19,562 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2023 19,486 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 19,339 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 16,890 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 13,231 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 12,345 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 11,708 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 10,576 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 10,576 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2016
Pass 29 Sep 2014 10,051 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 10,021 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 9,918 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 9,741 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 9,277 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 9,045 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2007 8,129 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 7,431 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 RDM is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 T900 RDM, 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 RDM registered?

T900 RDM is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 July 2002.

Is T900 RDM safe to buy?

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