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GU59 VXC

2009 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,098 mi
Last recorded10,098 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Thunderbird12,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 VXC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Apr 2025 10,098 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 9,711 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 9,467 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 9,245 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 8,947 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 8,712 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 8,383 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 6,522 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 6,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 5,608 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 4,754 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 3,554 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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GU59 VXC is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 12,446 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 GU59 VXC, 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 17 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU59 VXC registered?

GU59 VXC is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 October 2009.

Is GU59 VXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 VXC shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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