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EU03 YFL

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,840 mi
Last recorded9,840 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 YFL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 May 2025 9,840 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 9,840 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 9,684 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 8,160 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 6,118 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 4,207 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 3,081 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 2,766 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 2,419 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 2,295 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 1,750 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 1,509 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 1,404 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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EU03 YFL is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EU03 YFL, 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 EU03 YFL registered?

EU03 YFL is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 12 April 2003.

Is EU03 YFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU03 YFL shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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