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CX03 AZZ

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

24,155 mi
Last recorded24,155 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX03 AZZ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 24,155 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 22,988 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 22,949 miles
Fail 27 May 2023 22,939 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 22,212 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 21,553 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 20,486 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 19,377 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 16,160 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2018 16,118 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 12,658 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 7,271 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 6,442 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 6,425 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 6,346 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 5,883 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 5,442 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 4,798 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 4,798 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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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CX03 AZZ is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 CX03 AZZ, 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 CX03 AZZ registered?

CX03 AZZ is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is CX03 AZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX03 AZZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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