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W778 ACW

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

White Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,316 mi
Last recorded30,316 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2024
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW778 ACW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2024 30,316 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 30,219 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 30,087 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 30,087 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 30,000 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 29,900 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 29,765 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 29,372 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 27,613 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 25,443 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 25,277 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 24,244 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 21,733 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 18,448 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 18,435 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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))

Pass 3 Apr 2006 14,033 miles

shallow cut around rear tyre.

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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W778 ACW is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in White with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 14,978 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 W778 ACW, 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 26 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W778 ACW registered?

W778 ACW is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 March 2000.

Is W778 ACW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W778 ACW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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