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2002 Triumph Thunderbird 0.9L Petrol · DW52 TRY

DW52 TRY

2002 Triumph Thunderbird (0.9L, petrol). First registered 20 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 28,745 miles. MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD
Year / Origin
2002 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 26 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Untaxed (07 Aug 2026)
Recorded Mileage
28,745 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 0.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 26 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 07 Aug 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2002
Engine
885cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2002 Triumph Thunderbird currently holds an MOT record of 28,745 miles, which places it in a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 2025-11-26 was passed at 28,745 miles, indicating that the vehicle has not suffered a significant deterioration since the previous inspection. This continuity suggests that the mechanical condition of the chassis and drivetrain has remained consistent, with no evidence of a sudden or rapid accumulation of wear that would suggest a worsening trend. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle has experienced a notable gap between the 2024-11-25 test and the 2025-11-26 test, where the mileage increased by 1,200 miles. This gap appears to be a result of the vehicle being in storage or undergoing routine maintenance rather than representing a significant increase in operational wear. The absence of defects in the 2024-11-27 test confirms that the mechanical integrity of the drivetrain and suspension components has not deteriorated during this interval. A buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to verify the condition of the suspension bushings and coil springs, as the 2025-11-26 MOT flagged a light misting of oil in these components, which is a common issue. The 2024-11-25 failure to test the front tyre is a critical structural risk that requires immediate attention; if this tyre is still unsuitable, the vehicle cannot be legally driven and must be removed from service. The lack of defects in the 2022-11-25 test indicates that the suspension system has been maintained and functional throughout the previous ownership period, but the current inspection must confirm that these components are not compromised by corrosion or wear.

DW52 TRY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/11/2025
  • 28,745 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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DW52 TRY Mileage History

  1. 25/11/202226,458 mi
  2. 17/11/202326,463 mi+5 mi
  3. 25/11/202426,547 mi+84 mi
  4. 27/11/202426,547 mi
  5. 26/11/202528,745 mi+2,198 mi

Average of roughly 762 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DW52 TRY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 08:39
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Triumph Thunderbird (DW52 TRY) between November 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 26 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))”.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

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