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WJ62 CME

2012 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,442 mi
Last recorded36,442 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Thunderbird10,712 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ62 CME
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2026 36,442 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 35,881 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 34,467 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 33,612 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 31,864 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2021 29,713 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 28,971 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 26,071 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 24,503 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 22,398 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 19,184 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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WJ62 CME is a 2012 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WJ62 CME, 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 WJ62 CME registered?

WJ62 CME is a 2012 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 13 September 2012.

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