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LX04 BWC

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,578 mi
Last recorded21,578 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX04 BWC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 21,578 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 20,409 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 19,236 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 18,355 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose Exhaust mount is breaking. Advise replacement silencer. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 15,980 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 14,665 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 12,978 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 12,978 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 11,105 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 9,968 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 9,313 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 8,901 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 7,202 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2013 6,507 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 5,879 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 4,808 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2011 4,808 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 423 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 BWC is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LX04 BWC, 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 LX04 BWC registered?

LX04 BWC is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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The MOT history for LX04 BWC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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