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OY53 VBD

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,602 mi
Last recorded21,602 miles
Recorded on3 May 2014
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 VBD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2014 21,602 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 21,602 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 20,476 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 19,745 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 18,435 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 18,231 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 17,495 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 15,702 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 14,699 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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OY53 VBD is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 OY53 VBD, 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 OY53 VBD registered?

OY53 VBD is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 January 2004.

Is OY53 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY53 VBD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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