CarVerify

Free Car Check

VU10 YTL

2010 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 1600cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,650 mi
Last recorded17,650 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2010 Triumph Thunderbird12,254 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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

RegistrationVU10 YTL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
View full Triumph Thunderbird reliability data

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 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 17,650 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2024 16,187 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 14,887 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 12,447 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Jul 2022 12,447 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 11,163 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 10,060 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 8,731 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 6,447 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 4,957 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 3,612 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 3,467 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 2,918 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 1,590 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
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

VU10 YTL is a 2010 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2010 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 12,254 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 VU10 YTL, 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 16 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU10 YTL?

You can check the full history of VU10 YTL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VU10 YTL registered?

VU10 YTL is a 2010 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 July 2010.

Is VU10 YTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU10 YTL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU10 YTL 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 VU10 YTL. 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.