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T900 SMY

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

15,421 mi
Last recorded15,421 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT900 SMY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 15,421 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 15,359 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 15,140 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 14,950 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 14,261 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 13,947 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 13,544 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 13,510 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 13,445 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 13,344 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 13,129 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 10,741 miles

Nearside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 9,387 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 9,375 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 8,987 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 8,987 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 7,961 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 6,180 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 6,051 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 5,528 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 4,828 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 SMY is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 SMY, 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 T900 SMY registered?

T900 SMY is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 28 May 2002.

Is T900 SMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for T900 SMY shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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