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OU04 BVB

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,874 mi
Last recorded11,874 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 BVB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2026 11,874 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 11,486 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 10,536 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 10,281 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 10,101 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 9,992 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 9,765 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 9,526 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 9,288 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 9,022 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 8,842 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 8,396 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 8,032 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 7,862 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 7,491 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 7,336 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 6,607 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 4,909 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 3,409 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 2,844 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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OU04 BVB is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OU04 BVB, 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 OU04 BVB registered?

OU04 BVB is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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