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OU04 KDJ

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,499 mi
Last recorded36,499 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 KDJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 36,499 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 35,452 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2024 34,721 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 33,927 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 32,791 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 31,921 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 31,049 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 29,814 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 28,701 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 27,712 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 27,712 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 26,341 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 24,525 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 23,819 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

l/h tell tail not working indicator can be seen

Pass 13 Sep 2009 22,848 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 22,830 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 17 May 2008 20,556 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 19,749 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 KDJ is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow 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 OU04 KDJ, 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 KDJ registered?

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

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