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W78 WRW

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

14,139 mi
Last recorded14,139 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW78 WRW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 14,139 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 14,102 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 14,083 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 14,047 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 13,966 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 13,852 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 13,450 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 13,175 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 12,678 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 12,427 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 11,612 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 10,480 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 10,274 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 10,145 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 9,974 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 9,750 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 9,507 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009 9,501 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Feb 2008 9,239 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 8,782 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 8,476 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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W78 WRW is a 2000 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 2000 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 14,978 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 W78 WRW, 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 W78 WRW registered?

W78 WRW is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 March 2000.

Is W78 WRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W78 WRW 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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