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KT13 SGY

2013 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,225 mi
Last recorded39,225 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Triumph Thunderbird9,822 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT13 SGY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 39,225 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 30,635 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 24,691 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 18,805 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 11,487 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 6,688 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 5,445 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 5,445 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing rear reflector missing new one fitted on site (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 4,091 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 4,037 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 3,736 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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KT13 SGY is a 2013 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 9,822 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 KT13 SGY, 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 13 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KT13 SGY?

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What year was KT13 SGY registered?

KT13 SGY is a 2013 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 13 August 2013.

Is KT13 SGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT13 SGY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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