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FFZ 1700

2013 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,554 mi
Last recorded20,554 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Triumph Thunderbird9,822 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFZ 1700
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 20,554 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 19,420 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 18,314 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 7 Dec 2022 17,099 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 17,099 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 16,200 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 15,209 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2020 15,209 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 14,197 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 13,222 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 11,576 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 9,020 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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FFZ 1700 is a 2013 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 9,822 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 FFZ 1700, 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 13 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FFZ 1700?

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What year was FFZ 1700 registered?

FFZ 1700 is a 2013 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 August 2013.

Is FFZ 1700 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFZ 1700 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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