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NG61 ZSL

2012 Triumph Thunderbird Storm

Black Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

31,848 mi
Last recorded31,848 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Thunderbird Storm10,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG61 ZSL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird Storm
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 31,848 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2025 31,848 miles

Central Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2024 31,695 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 31,541 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2023 31,541 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Handlebar mounting so insecure that steering is adversely affected (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Mar 2022 30,652 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 30,652 miles

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 30,300 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 30,078 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 23,579 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 16,764 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 12,134 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 12,096 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird Storm?

Based on 1,494 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
844
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
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NG61 ZSL is a 2012 Triumph Thunderbird Storm in Black with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Thunderbird Storm models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 10,250 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 Storm fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NG61 ZSL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thunderbird Storm typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird Storm is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NG61 ZSL registered?

NG61 ZSL is a 2012 Triumph Thunderbird Storm, first registered on 31 December 2012.

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