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CV59 JBE

2009 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,449 mi
Last recorded20,449 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Thunderbird12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV59 JBE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 20,449 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 19,633 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 16,829 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 15,962 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 14,586 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 13,578 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 12,120 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 9,828 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 8,268 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 6,016 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 3,620 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 3,612 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 3,612 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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CV59 JBE is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CV59 JBE, 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 CV59 JBE registered?

CV59 JBE is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is CV59 JBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV59 JBE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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