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CTK 12C

1965 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

70,126 mi
Last recorded70,126 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2013
Typical for 1965 Triumph Thunderbird6,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTK 12C
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1965
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Jun 2013 70,126 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 70,126 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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CTK 12C is a 1965 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1965 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 6,500 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 CTK 12C, 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 61 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 CTK 12C?

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What year was CTK 12C registered?

CTK 12C is a 1965 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 June 1965.

Is CTK 12C safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTK 12C shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CTK 12C have outstanding finance?

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