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X789 EKO

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,380 mi
Last recorded11,380 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX789 EKO
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 11,380 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 10,609 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 10,606 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 10,606 miles

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 May 2013 10,508 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 10,508 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 10,476 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 10,163 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2010 10,054 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 9,486 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 9,034 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 8,450 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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X789 EKO is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X789 EKO, 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 X789 EKO registered?

X789 EKO is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 September 2000.

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