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AY03 DKK

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,876 mi
Last recorded19,876 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 DKK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 19,876 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 18,901 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 18,886 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2023 18,886 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 18,651 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 18,419 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 18,039 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 17,592 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 17,538 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 17,522 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 17,289 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 17,289 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Feb 2013 16,719 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2011 15,339 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 15,339 miles

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 14,126 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 11,201 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 11,201 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 May 2008 9,752 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 7,663 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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AY03 DKK is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AY03 DKK, 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 AY03 DKK registered?

AY03 DKK is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AY03 DKK safe to buy?

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