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FL13 RHK

2013 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,478 mi
Last recorded25,478 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Triumph Thunderbird9,822 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL13 RHK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 25,478 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

upper drive belt guard missing.

Pass 4 Apr 2025 21,771 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

upper drive belt guard missing.

Pass 3 Apr 2024 20,761 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 20,172 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 17,909 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 15,796 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 15,796 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2019 13,231 miles

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 12,069 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 10,718 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 8,266 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 8,266 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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FL13 RHK 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 FL13 RHK, 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.

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What year was FL13 RHK registered?

FL13 RHK is a 2013 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 27 April 2013.

Is FL13 RHK safe to buy?

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