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CN03 AOC

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

30,234 mi
Last recorded30,234 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN03 AOC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2022 30,234 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 30,232 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 30,141 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 26,623 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 26,623 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 26,527 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 26,237 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 26,237 miles

Offside Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 25,952 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 24,668 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 23,929 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 22,503 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 20,063 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 17,707 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 17,707 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 17,196 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 17,196 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 16,426 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 16,426 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2008 12,820 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2007 10,411 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

clutch lever broken at span adjuster but still useable

Pass 18 Mar 2006 5,309 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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CN03 AOC is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 CN03 AOC, 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 CN03 AOC registered?

CN03 AOC is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is CN03 AOC safe to buy?

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