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NJ62 ZBP

2012 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,585 mi
Last recorded4,585 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Thunderbird10,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ62 ZBP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2025 4,585 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 4,425 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 4,352 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 4,319 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 4,220 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 3,951 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 3,740 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 3,421 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 3,198 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 2,799 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 2,115 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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NJ62 ZBP is a 2012 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NJ62 ZBP, 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 NJ62 ZBP registered?

NJ62 ZBP is a 2012 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 December 2012.

Is NJ62 ZBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ62 ZBP shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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