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BD52 FVN

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

9,255 mi
Last recorded9,255 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 FVN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 9,255 miles

NUMBER PLATE HAS SLIGHTLY REDUCED BORDER

Fail 23 Jun 2014 9,240 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside & Offside Fork Stanchion has rust pits which could cause Seal failure

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 9,240 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside & Offside Fork Stanchion has rust pits which could cause Seal failure

Pass 16 Nov 2007 9,147 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 8,768 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2007 8,768 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 7,376 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 7,362 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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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BD52 FVN is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BD52 FVN, 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

How do I check the history of BD52 FVN?

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What year was BD52 FVN registered?

BD52 FVN is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is BD52 FVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 FVN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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