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LX04 NBB

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

27,152 mi
Last recorded27,152 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX04 NBB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 27,152 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 25,299 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 23,419 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 21,797 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 20,527 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 19,949 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 19,018 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 19,004 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

speedo cable insecure

Pass 17 May 2018 17,746 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 16,353 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 13,932 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front tyre unevenly worn

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

Pass 12 May 2015 12,207 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 10,205 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 9,782 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 9,000 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 1 Jul 2010 7,481 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 5,855 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 4,020 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 3,094 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 NBB is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 NBB, 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 NBB registered?

LX04 NBB is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 June 2004.

Is LX04 NBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX04 NBB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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