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SW16 VOV

2016 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,023 mi
Last recorded9,023 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Triumph Thunderbird8,101 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW16 VOV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 9,023 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 May 2025 8,237 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 8,114 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 7,935 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 7,150 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 5,878 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

right hand side panel loose

Pass 10 Jul 2019 5,478 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2019 5,478 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

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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SW16 VOV is a 2016 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 8,101 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 SW16 VOV, 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 10 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SW16 VOV registered?

SW16 VOV is a 2016 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 August 2016.

Is SW16 VOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW16 VOV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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