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BN59 FZP

2009 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

19,629 mi
Last recorded19,629 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Thunderbird12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 FZP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 19,629 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 19,021 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 18,619 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 17,970 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2023 17,970 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 15,359 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 13,687 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 10,672 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 10,096 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 6,372 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 4,489 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 3,760 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 1,516 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 715 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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BN59 FZP is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 12,446 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 BN59 FZP, 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 17 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN59 FZP registered?

BN59 FZP is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 12 December 2009.

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