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DS53 WAL

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,643 mi
Last recorded11,643 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 WAL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2025 11,643 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 11,360 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 11,274 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 11,072 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 10,412 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 10,000 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 9,589 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 9,070 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 8,807 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.32mm remaining tread (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 8,296 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 7,870 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2014 7,460 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2013 7,262 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 6,897 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 6,241 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2010 5,855 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 5,519 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 5,093 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 4,730 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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DS53 WAL is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DS53 WAL, 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 DS53 WAL registered?

DS53 WAL is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 7 January 2004.

Is DS53 WAL safe to buy?

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