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HF13 UKY

2013 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

54,083 mi
Last recorded54,083 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Triumph Thunderbird9,822 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF13 UKY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 54,083 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Registration plate slightly loose Mounting bracket damaged (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 46,244 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 38,944 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2023 38,944 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) REPLACED BULB DURING TEST (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 May 2022 29,791 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 29,312 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 26,754 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 23,204 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 19,652 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 16,231 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 8,367 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 8,367 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 8,309 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Mar 2016 8,309 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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HF13 UKY is a 2013 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HF13 UKY, 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 HF13 UKY registered?

HF13 UKY is a 2013 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 4 March 2013.

Is HF13 UKY safe to buy?

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