CarVerify

Free Car Check

TBZ 460

2011 Triumph Thunderbird

White Petrol 1600cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

15,712 mi
Last recorded15,712 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 2011 Triumph Thunderbird11,816 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBZ 460
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 15,712 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 15,336 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 15,241 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2023 15,231 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 15,064 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 14,902 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 14,158 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 13,810 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 13,432 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 13,090 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 12,430 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 11,540 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 9,350 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 9,287 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 6,785 miles

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

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
Full Triumph Thunderbird reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

TBZ 460 is a 2011 Triumph Thunderbird in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 11,816 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 TBZ 460, 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 15 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TBZ 460?

You can check the full history of TBZ 460 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TBZ 460 registered?

TBZ 460 is a 2011 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 8 March 2011.

Is TBZ 460 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBZ 460 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TBZ 460 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on TBZ 460. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.