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GX04 HSL

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

64,902 mi
Last recorded64,902 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 HSL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 64,902 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 May 2025 63,983 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 62,202 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 62,188 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2023 61,167 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 59,420 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 58,064 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 56,623 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 54,672 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 53,930 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 51,982 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 51,971 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 46,651 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 43,885 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 40,194 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 36,438 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 31,870 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 31,870 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 27,487 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 23,045 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 17,756 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 13,821 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2007 10,533 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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GX04 HSL is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 GX04 HSL, 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.

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What year was GX04 HSL registered?

GX04 HSL is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 April 2004.

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