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C27 TAT

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

19,268 mi
Last recorded19,268 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC27 TAT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 19,268 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 18,179 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 16,983 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 15,598 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 14,649 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 13,452 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 9,961 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 9,918 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 9,470 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 9,333 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 9,139 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 9,023 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 8,759 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 7,578 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 7,112 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 5,845 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 4,840 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Feb 2009 4,840 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 3,433 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 2,404 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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C27 TAT 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 95%.

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 C27 TAT, 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 C27 TAT registered?

C27 TAT is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 23 December 2003.

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