MOT Status
ValidMileage
16,409 miSignificantly above average — investigate
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Slight distortion both sides - within 4mm tolerance. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps Pass switch inoperative (4.1.3 (a))
Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Horn sound not in accordance with requirements Horn weak - May not be audible in traffic (7.7 (c))
Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect Rear shock has no or very limited travel. (5.3.2 (b))
Front Direction indicator insecure Both front indicators slightly loose. (4.4.1 (c) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Slight distortion both sides - within 4mm tolerance. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps Pass switch inoperative (4.1.3 (a))
Nearside Lower Oil visibly leaking on Nearside engine casing but not currently in a quantity likely to pose danger to the operator.
Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
T3 MCU is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 T3 MCU, 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
How do I check the history of T3 MCU?
You can check the full history of T3 MCU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was T3 MCU registered?
T3 MCU is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 30 June 2004.
Is T3 MCU safe to buy?
The MOT history for T3 MCU shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does T3 MCU have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on T3 MCU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.