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KX16 YHN

2016 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,822 mi
Last recorded24,822 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 2016 Triumph Thunderbird8,101 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX16 YHN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 24,822 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2025 24,822 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2023 16,820 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 10,985 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 8,061 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 6,820 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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KX16 YHN is a 2016 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KX16 YHN, 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 KX16 YHN registered?

KX16 YHN is a 2016 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is KX16 YHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX16 YHN shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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