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LX04 BVK

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,996 mi
Last recorded15,996 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX04 BVK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 15,996 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 15,239 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 15,239 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2023 14,799 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 14,240 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 14,198 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 13,986 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 13,572 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 12,802 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 12,794 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 11,944 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 11,921 miles

rear number plate lamp not working

Pass 10 Aug 2015 11,772 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 11,299 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 11,115 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 10,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 9,729 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 7,740 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 6,160 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 3,342 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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LX04 BVK is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LX04 BVK, 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 LX04 BVK registered?

LX04 BVK is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is LX04 BVK safe to buy?

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