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LJ04 HLX

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,159 mi
Last recorded37,159 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2015
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 HLX
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2015 37,159 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 28 Jun 2013 37,157 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 37,157 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 34,868 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 26,958 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 19,961 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 19,961 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 11,424 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 11,424 miles

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

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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LJ04 HLX is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LJ04 HLX, 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 LJ04 HLX registered?

LJ04 HLX is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 March 2004.

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