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LF04 GVA

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,604 mi
Last recorded7,604 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 GVA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 7,604 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 7,244 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 7,014 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 6,431 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 5,178 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 4,772 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 4,772 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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LF04 GVA is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LF04 GVA, 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 LF04 GVA registered?

LF04 GVA is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is LF04 GVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF04 GVA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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