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NL59 DZC

2009 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

26,160 mi
Last recorded26,160 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Thunderbird12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL59 DZC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 26,160 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 22,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 20,704 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 20,009 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 18,483 miles

Registration plate may not comply to current regulations.

Pass 14 May 2021 17,582 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 15,934 miles
Fail 15 May 2020 15,934 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 15,699 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2019 15,699 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 15,369 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 15,369 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 14,222 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 10,153 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 10,153 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 8,483 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 8,483 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 May 2013 4,210 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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NL59 DZC is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 NL59 DZC, 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 NL59 DZC registered?

NL59 DZC is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 October 2009.

Is NL59 DZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL59 DZC shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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