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AU03 CWX

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

22,077 mi
Last recorded22,077 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 CWX
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 22,077 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 19,464 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2023 18,962 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2022 14,863 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 May 2021 10,151 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2018 10,047 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 9,435 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 9,279 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 8,782 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 8,782 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 May 2014 8,366 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 6,291 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 5,824 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 5,526 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 5,061 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 4,702 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 4,098 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 2,835 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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AU03 CWX is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 12,173 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 AU03 CWX, 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 23 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU03 CWX registered?

AU03 CWX is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is AU03 CWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 CWX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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