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T3 UMF

2004 Triumph Thruxton

Red Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

21,256 mi
Last recorded21,256 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thruxton9,277 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT3 UMF
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 21,256 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2025 21,218 miles

Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort front (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 20,532 miles

Chain has some tight links

Pass 22 Aug 2023 19,067 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 18 Aug 2023 19,051 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

headlamp aim could not be checked

Pass 22 Jun 2022 17,245 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 17,187 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 16,804 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 16,000 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2018 15,494 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 5 Sep 2016 14,956 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 14,956 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 14,465 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 13,162 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 10,203 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 7,741 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 4,694 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 4,631 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 4,508 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 4,508 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 3,612 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 3,612 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Thruxton?

Based on 30,642 MOT tests across 4,139 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58
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T3 UMF is a 2004 Triumph Thruxton in Red with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Thruxton models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 9,277 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 Thruxton fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T3 UMF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thruxton typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Triumph Thruxton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T3 UMF registered?

T3 UMF is a 2004 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 1 April 2004.

Is T3 UMF safe to buy?

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