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DE59 ELO

2009 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

17,297 mi
Last recorded17,297 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Thunderbird12,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE59 ELO
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 17,297 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 14,434 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 14,347 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 14,009 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 13,834 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2021 13,620 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 13,162 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 12,777 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 12,303 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 12,293 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 11,910 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 11,383 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 10,839 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 10,170 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 6,401 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 6,285 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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DE59 ELO is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DE59 ELO, 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 DE59 ELO registered?

DE59 ELO is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 27 October 2009.

Is DE59 ELO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE59 ELO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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