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VX04 UOJ

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

30,536 mi
Last recorded30,536 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 UOJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 30,536 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 29,971 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 28,860 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 27,685 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 27,431 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 27,276 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 26,861 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 26,338 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 25,987 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 25,211 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 24,589 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 13 Aug 2015 24,589 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 24,195 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 23,548 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 23,369 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 22,364 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 26 Jul 2011 22,354 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 20,460 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 18,103 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 15,101 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 9,960 miles

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

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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VX04 UOJ is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 VX04 UOJ, 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 VX04 UOJ registered?

VX04 UOJ is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 29 June 2004.

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The MOT history for VX04 UOJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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