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YT59 VSV

2009 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,539 mi
Last recorded35,539 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Thunderbird12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT59 VSV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2025 35,539 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 34,173 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 32,788 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 31,280 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 29,833 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 28,840 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 27,983 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 25,945 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 23,432 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 21,942 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 17,084 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 14,255 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 11,244 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 11,074 miles

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

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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YT59 VSV is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YT59 VSV, 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 YT59 VSV registered?

YT59 VSV is a 2009 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is YT59 VSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT59 VSV shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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