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VK13 ZWT

2013 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

12,971 mi
Last recorded12,971 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Triumph Thruxton5,945 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK13 ZWT
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 12,971 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 11,867 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 11,550 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 9,956 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 9,956 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 8,227 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 6,920 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2020 5,273 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 5,234 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 5,209 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 5,186 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 May 2016 5,088 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 5,088 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

How Reliable is the Triumph Thruxton?

Based on 30,642 MOT tests across 4,139 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58
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VK13 ZWT is a 2013 Triumph Thruxton in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 Triumph Thruxton models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 5,945 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 Thruxton fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK13 ZWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thruxton typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this Triumph Thruxton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK13 ZWT registered?

VK13 ZWT is a 2013 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 16 May 2013.

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The MOT history for VK13 ZWT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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