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OU04 FPN

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

14,291 mi
Last recorded14,291 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 FPN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 14,291 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 14,237 miles

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 14,136 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 13,917 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 13,189 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

front brake slightly spongy

front fork stanchions pitted

Pass 11 May 2019 11,685 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 10,137 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 10,137 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2017 9,757 miles

Front Brake lever travel slightly high

Pass 20 May 2016 9,109 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 8,674 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 7,208 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 6,680 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 6,367 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 5,977 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 5,152 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 4,731 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 4,096 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 3,657 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 FPN is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Black 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 OU04 FPN, 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 FPN registered?

OU04 FPN is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 4 May 2004.

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The MOT history for OU04 FPN 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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