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738 UXP

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,866 mi
Last recorded9,866 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration738 UXP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 9,866 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 8,585 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 7,548 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 6,102 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 5,703 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 5,698 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Aug 2011 4,963 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 4,963 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 17 Jun 2008 1,173 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 1,037 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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738 UXP is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 11,482 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 738 UXP, 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 22 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 738 UXP registered?

738 UXP is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is 738 UXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 738 UXP shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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