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HX04 JSV

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

10,188 mi
Last recorded10,188 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 JSV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Apr 2026 10,188 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 May 2025 9,057 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 8,938 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2024 8,938 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Sep 2023 8,929 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 8,919 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 8,843 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 8,620 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

drive chain joining link, advise replacement

drive chain slightly loose

Pass 2 Jul 2014 8,509 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 8,346 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 7,829 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 7,112 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 5,986 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 5,314 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 4,294 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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HX04 JSV is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HX04 JSV, 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 HX04 JSV registered?

HX04 JSV is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 May 2004.

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