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WF09 ZSJ

2009 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

14,753 mi
Last recorded14,753 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Thunderbird12,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF09 ZSJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 14,753 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 14,457 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2024 14,457 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2023 14,110 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 11,867 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 11,505 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 5 Nov 2019 10,986 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 10,738 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 9,659 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 9,503 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 9,495 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2015 8,248 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 6,531 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 6,530 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 5,198 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 3 Aug 2012 4,028 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 4,022 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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WF09 ZSJ is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 12,446 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 WF09 ZSJ, 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 17 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WF09 ZSJ registered?

WF09 ZSJ is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 August 2009.

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The MOT history for WF09 ZSJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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