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EK03 FZL

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

16,068 mi
Last recorded16,068 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 FZL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 16,068 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 15,362 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 15,362 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 15,105 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 13,753 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 10,667 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 10,428 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 9,636 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 9,383 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 8,790 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 8,740 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 7,880 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 6,853 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 4,930 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 4,663 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 4,145 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 4,139 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 4,038 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 4,032 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 3,977 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 3,938 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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EK03 FZL is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 EK03 FZL, 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 EK03 FZL registered?

EK03 FZL is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 July 2003.

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The MOT history for EK03 FZL shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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