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EU03 YFV

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,943 mi
Last recorded20,943 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 YFV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 20,943 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2025 20,943 miles

Front Wheel spoke missing (5.2.2 (d))

Sidecar structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 18,967 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 15,707 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 7,701 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 5,988 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 5,904 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 5,765 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 5,503 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2016 5,104 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 4,478 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 3,854 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 2,942 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 2,717 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 2,327 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 1,981 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 1,907 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 1,907 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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 YFV is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EU03 YFV, 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 YFV registered?

EU03 YFV is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is EU03 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU03 YFV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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