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X916 HTL

2000 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

19,975 mi
Last recorded19,975 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Triumph Thunderbird14,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX916 HTL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 19,975 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2026 19,975 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 19,969 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 19,854 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 19,745 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 19,405 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 18,837 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 18,141 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 18,141 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 17,435 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 16,470 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 15,572 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 14,499 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 13,291 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 11,774 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 9,064 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 6,484 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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X916 HTL is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 X916 HTL, 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 X916 HTL?

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What year was X916 HTL registered?

X916 HTL is a 2000 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 December 2000.

Is X916 HTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X916 HTL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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