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LF53 CCK

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,137 mi
Last recorded28,137 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 CCK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 28,137 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2025 28,133 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 26,461 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Fail 10 Sep 2024 26,461 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 21,363 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 19,163 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 17,641 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 15,484 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 14,098 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 13,840 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 12,315 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 10,857 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 10,201 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2012 9,810 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 8,597 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 7,636 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 6,679 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 6,646 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2008 6,027 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 5,450 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 5,387 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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LF53 CCK is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 LF53 CCK, 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 LF53 CCK registered?

LF53 CCK is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 February 2004.

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