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VU52 JXZ

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,659 mi
Last recorded19,659 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 JXZ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2023 19,659 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 19,149 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 18,102 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 16,051 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2018 14,710 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 14,169 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 12,303 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 12,020 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 10,645 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 9,194 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 6,985 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2009 5,471 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 4,179 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 4,012 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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VU52 JXZ is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests 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 VU52 JXZ, 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 VU52 JXZ registered?

VU52 JXZ is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 October 2002.

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