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AY53 DNN

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

28,383 mi
Last recorded28,383 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 DNN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 28,383 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 28,244 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 28,098 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 27,932 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 27,652 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2022 27,652 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 27,221 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 27,055 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 26,289 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2019 26,289 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 25,496 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 25,420 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 24,927 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 23,870 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 22,480 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 20,369 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 18,170 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 14,732 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 11,994 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 9,053 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 6,659 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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AY53 DNN is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 12,173 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 AY53 DNN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY53 DNN registered?

AY53 DNN is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 October 2003.

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