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VO59 ONZ

2009 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,032 mi
Last recorded44,032 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Thunderbird12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO59 ONZ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 44,032 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 42,477 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 40,213 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 38,678 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 36,053 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 31,273 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 27,407 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 23,444 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 16,572 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 16,572 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 10,200 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 1,838 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 1,546 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 1,510 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 1,408 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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VO59 ONZ is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 VO59 ONZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VO59 ONZ registered?

VO59 ONZ is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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The MOT history for VO59 ONZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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