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FX16 TZL

2016 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,625 mi
Last recorded10,625 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Triumph Thunderbird8,101 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX16 TZL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 10,625 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2025 9,181 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 9,160 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 9,010 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 8,521 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 8,236 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 7,721 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 7,379 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 7,379 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 5,921 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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FX16 TZL is a 2016 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2016 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 8,101 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 FX16 TZL, 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 10 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 FX16 TZL registered?

FX16 TZL is a 2016 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 March 2016.

Is FX16 TZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX16 TZL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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