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CY09 TZS

2009 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,816 mi
Last recorded17,816 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Thunderbird12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY09 TZS
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2025 17,816 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 16,260 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 14,007 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 12,559 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2021 11,311 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 9,500 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 9,418 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 8,942 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 7,179 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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CY09 TZS is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CY09 TZS, 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 CY09 TZS registered?

CY09 TZS is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 30 July 2009.

Is CY09 TZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY09 TZS shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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