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GM16 BZJ

2016 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,313 mi
Last recorded17,313 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 2016 Triumph Thunderbird8,101 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM16 BZJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 17,313 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 17,015 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 16,677 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2019 16,677 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (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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GM16 BZJ is a 2016 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GM16 BZJ, 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.

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What year was GM16 BZJ registered?

GM16 BZJ is a 2016 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 June 2016.

Is GM16 BZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM16 BZJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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