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YX04 ECE

2004 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

47,895 mi
Last recorded47,895 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Thunderbird11,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX04 ECE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 47,895 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 45,100 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 44,100 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 42,498 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 40,272 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 37,520 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 35,117 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 33,745 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 31,658 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 29,550 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 27,131 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 25,550 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 23,137 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 19,137 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 18,799 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 18,112 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 17,309 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 14,607 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 14,607 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 14,021 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 11,717 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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YX04 ECE is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 YX04 ECE, 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 YX04 ECE registered?

YX04 ECE is a 2004 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 March 2004.

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The MOT history for YX04 ECE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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