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A16 AOS

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

14,633 mi
Last recorded14,633 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 AOS
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 14,633 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 14,471 miles

Front tyre 9 years old rear tyre 10 years old

Pass 30 Mar 2023 14,145 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 13,612 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 13,533 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 13,487 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 13,362 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 12,847 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 12,301 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 11,460 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 10,097 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 8,150 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 6,071 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 3,113 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 3,089 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 2,370 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 2,370 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 1,435 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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A16 AOS is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 A16 AOS, 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 A16 AOS registered?

A16 AOS is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 27 April 2004.

Is A16 AOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 AOS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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