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CX12 ZBV

2012 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

6,211 mi
Last recorded6,211 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Thunderbird10,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX12 ZBV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2026 6,211 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2026 6,211 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2025 5,581 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 4,261 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 4,254 miles

Front Tyre cracking within tread depth

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 4,185 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 4,167 miles

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

Number plate light does not illuminate.

Pass 29 Mar 2017 4,125 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 4,027 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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CX12 ZBV is a 2012 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 10,712 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 CX12 ZBV, 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 14 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CX12 ZBV registered?

CX12 ZBV is a 2012 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is CX12 ZBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX12 ZBV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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