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SK12 OZC

2012 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,043 mi
Last recorded22,043 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Thunderbird10,712 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK12 OZC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 22,043 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 21,487 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 20,052 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 20,035 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Oct 2022 18,264 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2021 15,898 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 15,837 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 14,749 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 13,778 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2017 11,045 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 6,759 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 6,409 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 4,890 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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SK12 OZC is a 2012 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SK12 OZC, 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 SK12 OZC registered?

SK12 OZC is a 2012 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 2 March 2012.

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