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RD09 SNR

2009 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

30,626 mi
Last recorded30,626 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Thunderbird12,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD09 SNR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 30,626 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 29,704 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2024 29,704 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 28,194 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 28,194 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 26,555 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 26,544 miles

Nearside Front Wheel hub worn, but not excessively BOBBINS (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 25,862 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 22,500 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 22,500 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 16,264 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 10,063 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 7,913 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 6,563 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 5,603 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 3,216 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 2,637 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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RD09 SNR is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RD09 SNR, 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 RD09 SNR registered?

RD09 SNR is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 7 August 2009.

Is RD09 SNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RD09 SNR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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