Triumph Thunderbird 1600
MotorcycleFrom 475 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 8 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 8 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 6 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 4 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 2 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 2 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
| an exhaust silencer marked ‘not for road use’, ‘track use only’ or similar words | 2 |
| on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is inadequate braking effort at a wheel | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 11.1% of Thunderbird 1600 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £62.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 87.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2010 | 85.8% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2009 | 88.8% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
Typical mileage
Half of all Thunderbird 1600s tested had between 12,160 and 24,329 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 17,814 median miles, the Thunderbird 1600 has 0.072 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Triumph models
| Triumph Bonneville | 90.9% |
| Triumph Tiger | 91.6% |
| Triumph Sprint | 87.1% |
| Triumph Daytona | 85.9% |
| Triumph Speed Triple | 88.7% |
Common questions
What is the Triumph Thunderbird 1600 MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Thunderbird 1600 has a 87.2% MOT pass rate based on 475 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Thunderbird 1600?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Thunderbird 1600 is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Thunderbird 1600 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Thunderbird 1600 is 17,814 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 12,160 and 24,329 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.