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X556 FGT

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

5,387 mi
Last recorded5,387 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX556 FGT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 5,387 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 4,851 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 4,624 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 4,139 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 3,892 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 3,777 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 3,745 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 3,674 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 3,660 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 3,612 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 3,612 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

fluid level low in clutch reservior

Fail 16 May 2015 3,612 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

fluid level low in clutch reservior

Pass 28 Apr 2010 3,528 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 3,488 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 3,381 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Sep 2006 3,273 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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X556 FGT is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 X556 FGT, 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

How do I check the history of X556 FGT?

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What year was X556 FGT registered?

X556 FGT is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 October 2000.

Is X556 FGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X556 FGT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X556 FGT have outstanding finance?

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