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KY59 MVV

2009 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,311 mi
Last recorded14,311 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Thunderbird12,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY59 MVV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 14,311 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 14,228 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 14,039 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 13,933 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 13,474 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 12,649 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 12,027 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 10,685 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 10,685 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2018 9,099 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 8,709 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Mar 2016 8,354 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 31 Mar 2015 7,851 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 7,851 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2013 6,099 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 4,228 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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KY59 MVV is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KY59 MVV, 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.

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What year was KY59 MVV registered?

KY59 MVV is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 September 2009.

Is KY59 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY59 MVV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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