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WS61 KER

2012 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,787 mi
Last recorded36,787 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Thunderbird10,712 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWS61 KER
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 36,787 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 34,472 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 33,348 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 30,756 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Feb 2023 30,756 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 28,744 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2021 28,744 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 25,938 miles

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 23,745 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2019 23,745 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 20,172 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 18,009 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 17,541 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 14,906 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 10,419 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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WS61 KER is a 2012 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 WS61 KER, 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.

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What year was WS61 KER registered?

WS61 KER is a 2012 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 January 2012.

Is WS61 KER safe to buy?

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