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PG04 ZYJ

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,286 mi
Last recorded37,286 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2024
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG04 ZYJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2024 37,286 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 37,226 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 36,958 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 36,022 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

both tyres under inflated

Pass 18 Jun 2020 36,000 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2020 35,995 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 35,934 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit UNEVEN WEAR PATTERN (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil REDUCED DAMPING EFFECT (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit UNEVEN WEAR PATTERN (SQUARED) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 35,930 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 35,108 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 33,101 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 30,802 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 28,358 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 25,217 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 22,673 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 4 May 2012 22,673 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 20,310 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 16,413 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 11,946 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 9,082 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 4,669 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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PG04 ZYJ is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PG04 ZYJ, 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 PG04 ZYJ registered?

PG04 ZYJ is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 29 June 2004.

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