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CU53 FXO

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

17,245 mi
Last recorded17,245 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 FXO
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2024 17,245 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2024 17,245 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 14,365 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 14,303 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 14,068 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 13,973 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 13,866 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 10,483 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 10,011 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 9,793 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 7,840 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 7,738 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 7,131 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 6,935 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 6,628 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 6,392 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 6,007 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 5,135 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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CU53 FXO is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 CU53 FXO, 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 CU53 FXO registered?

CU53 FXO is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 4 October 2003.

Is CU53 FXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 FXO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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