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AU04 DDZ

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

25,697 mi
Last recorded25,697 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 DDZ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 25,697 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 25,346 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 25,138 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 24,632 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 24,028 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 23,416 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 23,003 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 22,625 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 21,897 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 21,433 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 20,284 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 18,805 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2015 18,805 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 18,231 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 17,115 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 5,997 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 14,019 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 12,286 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 12,286 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 10,290 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 8,919 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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AU04 DDZ is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AU04 DDZ, 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 AU04 DDZ registered?

AU04 DDZ is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is AU04 DDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU04 DDZ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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