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EK59 WBT

2009 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

24,164 mi
Last recorded24,164 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Thunderbird12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 WBT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 24,164 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2026 24,164 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2025 21,870 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 21,378 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2022 16,891 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 15,286 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 13,942 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 11,250 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2017 10,774 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 9,464 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 7,115 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 5,552 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 4,903 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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EK59 WBT is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,700cc 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 EK59 WBT, 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.

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What year was EK59 WBT registered?

EK59 WBT is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 October 2009.

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