Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Triumph Thruxton?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Triumph Thruxton?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Triumph Thruxton?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2016 Triumph Thruxton reliable?

Based on MOT data from 852 vehicles, the 2016 Triumph Thruxton has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Triumph Thruxton?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Triumph Thruxton are: Exhaust noisy (35.2% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (28.6% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (25.6% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Triumph Thruxton?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Triumph Thruxton (2016)

852 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.6% first-time pass rate

2016 Triumph Thruxton

CarHunch analysed 852 real MOT records for the 2016 Triumph Thruxton. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Triumph Thruxton is a genuinely reliable bike, with a 92% first-time pass rate that sits well ahead of the UK's 80% average—and the 7.8% dangerous defect rate is reassuringly low. This is a motorcycle people look after and maintain properly.

At just 5,430 miles median mileage for an eight-year-old model, most of these bikes have been ridden sparingly, which explains the minimal failure rate of 0.5 per vehicle. Before buying, check the service history and cosmetic condition carefully, since low mileage doesn't always mean good care—focus on whether routine maintenance has actually been done.

The 2016 Triumph Thruxton passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (92.6% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

92.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

7.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.5

Over 5.8 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–8k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.6% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.5 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 852 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 852 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 35.2%

Exhaust noisy

Tyre wear 28.6%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 18%

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 16.6%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

Lighting 13.4%

Rear reflector missing · Drive chain slightly loose · Headlamp aim too low · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Suspension & steering 5.7%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Based on MOT data from 852 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 7.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 4,336 Triumph Thruxton vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 34.2%

1,481

Silver 22.1%

958

Red 14.4%

626

Green 11.8%

511

White 10.7%

466

Blue 3.6%

154

Yellow 2.2%

Grey 0.7%

Orange 0.2%

Maroon 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Triumph Thruxton vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

5,430

typical

3,344

low mileage

8,410

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Triumph Thruxton vehicles fall between 3,344 and 8,410 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,344 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 3,344–8,410 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Triumph Thruxtons sit.

⚠ Over 11,353 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Triumph Thruxton — Still on the Road

Most 2016 Triumph Thruxtons are still being driven.

Strong survival — 602 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 89% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

5.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.5

Avg failures per vehicle

1.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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