CarVerify

Free Car Check

NK53 THF

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

74,000 mi
Last recorded74,000 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 THF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 74,000 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 May 2026 74,000 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2024 73,661 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 73,476 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 72,363 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 72,027 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 72,002 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2018 70,265 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 67,134 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 66,008 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 66,008 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 64,786 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2014 63,809 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 63,048 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 58,053 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 52,524 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 45,953 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 45,953 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 May 2009 39,489 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 34,841 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 28,198 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
Full Triumph Thunderbird reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NK53 THF is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 NK53 THF, 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

How do I check the history of NK53 THF?

You can check the full history of NK53 THF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NK53 THF registered?

NK53 THF is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 January 2004.

Is NK53 THF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK53 THF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NK53 THF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NK53 THF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.