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W916 NJK

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,126 mi
Last recorded9,126 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW916 NJK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 9,126 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 8,950 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 8,518 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 8,493 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 8,170 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 7,995 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 7,446 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 7,446 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 5,448 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 5,448 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2015 5,333 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 5,247 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 5,157 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 4,902 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 4,819 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 4,721 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 4,631 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 4,449 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 4,449 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 4,007 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 3,776 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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W916 NJK 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 85.7%.

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 W916 NJK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W916 NJK registered?

W916 NJK is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 August 2000.

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