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KX09 MZJ

2009 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

11,455 mi
Last recorded11,455 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Thunderbird12,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX09 MZJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2025 11,455 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 11,373 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 11,287 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 11,073 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 11,066 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 10,810 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 9,984 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 8,846 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 8,639 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 8,393 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 6,973 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 5,447 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 5,447 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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KX09 MZJ is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 KX09 MZJ, 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 KX09 MZJ registered?

KX09 MZJ is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 July 2009.

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The MOT history for KX09 MZJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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