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WJ02 KYT

2002 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

25,209 mi
Last recorded25,209 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Thunderbird11,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ02 KYT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 25,209 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 23,453 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 23,312 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 22,952 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 22,619 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 21,605 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 18,319 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 18,313 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 17,704 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 17,699 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 17,672 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Nov 2015 17,672 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 17,421 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 17,242 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 16,162 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 16,047 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 May 2010 15,827 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 15,741 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 15,243 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 15,243 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 13,089 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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WJ02 KYT 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 90.5%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 11,516 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 WJ02 KYT, 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.

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What year was WJ02 KYT registered?

WJ02 KYT is a 2002 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 9 March 2002.

Is WJ02 KYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ02 KYT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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