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EK59 WBW

2009 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,602 mi
Last recorded18,602 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Thunderbird12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK59 WBW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2025 18,602 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 18,602 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 17,814 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 16,567 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 14,418 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 12,626 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 11,121 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 11,090 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 9,660 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 8,820 miles

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

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 WBW is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 EK59 WBW, 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 EK59 WBW registered?

EK59 WBW is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 October 2009.

Is EK59 WBW safe to buy?

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