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FJ14 VUB

2014 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,529 mi
Last recorded27,529 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2014 Triumph Thunderbird9,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ14 VUB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 27,529 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 24,908 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 23,418 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 20,705 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 18,455 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 16,404 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 14,363 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 12,694 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 20 Feb 2019 12,694 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 9,883 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 6,545 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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FJ14 VUB is a 2014 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2014 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 9,921 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 FJ14 VUB, 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 12 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ14 VUB registered?

FJ14 VUB is a 2014 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 March 2014.

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The MOT history for FJ14 VUB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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