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GX04 MVE

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

12,829 mi
Last recorded12,829 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 MVE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 12,829 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 12,623 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 12,604 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 Apr 2019 12,594 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 4 Apr 2019 12,570 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 12,164 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 11,812 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 11,764 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 11,582 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 11,547 miles

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.E1e)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 11,297 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 10,924 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 10,376 miles

both front discs are slightly warped

rear wheel slightly to the right

Pass 5 Jun 2010 9,974 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 9,341 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 7,997 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 6,923 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 6,923 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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 MVE is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 MVE, 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 GX04 MVE registered?

GX04 MVE is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 May 2004.

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