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VU60 UAP

2010 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,749 mi
Last recorded38,749 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2010 Triumph Thunderbird12,254 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU60 UAP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 38,749 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2025 38,749 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2024 36,183 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 36,113 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 36,003 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 35,770 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 35,372 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 32,165 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 27,004 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 22,776 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear brake pads 50% worn

Pass 19 Aug 2015 15,510 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 8,698 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 8,696 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 5,946 miles

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

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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VU60 UAP is a 2010 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VU60 UAP, 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

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What year was VU60 UAP registered?

VU60 UAP is a 2010 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 30 September 2010.

Is VU60 UAP safe to buy?

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