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WF16 ZDM

2016 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,830 mi
Last recorded15,830 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Triumph Thunderbird8,101 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF16 ZDM
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 15,830 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 14,120 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 14,120 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 12,460 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2023 12,460 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 11,388 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2022 11,388 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 10,749 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 9,747 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 7,523 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 7,401 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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WF16 ZDM is a 2016 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WF16 ZDM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WF16 ZDM registered?

WF16 ZDM is a 2016 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 26 May 2016.

Is WF16 ZDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF16 ZDM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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