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KU14 BWF

2014 Triumph Thunderbird

Grey Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,856 mi
Last recorded40,856 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2014 Triumph Thunderbird9,921 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU14 BWF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 40,856 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 39,768 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 34,508 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2024 34,471 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2023 28,381 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2022 23,457 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 21,023 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 May 2020 16,754 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 16,709 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2019 13,442 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 7,813 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 5,413 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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KU14 BWF is a 2014 Triumph Thunderbird in Grey with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2014 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 9,921 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 KU14 BWF, 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 12 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 KU14 BWF registered?

KU14 BWF is a 2014 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 April 2014.

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