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KP12 XLA

2012 Triumph Thunderbird

Grey Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,481 mi
Last recorded22,481 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 2012 Triumph Thunderbird10,712 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP12 XLA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2024 22,481 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 20,910 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 19,875 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 19,557 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2021 19,529 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 18,046 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 16,932 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 13,932 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 13,930 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 9,338 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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KP12 XLA is a 2012 Triumph Thunderbird in Grey with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 10,712 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 KP12 XLA, 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 14 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 KP12 XLA registered?

KP12 XLA is a 2012 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 24 August 2012.

Is KP12 XLA safe to buy?

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