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EU53 LXE

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,303 mi
Last recorded8,303 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 LXE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2025 8,303 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 7,966 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 13 Nov 2007 7,893 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 5,633 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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EU53 LXE is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 EU53 LXE, 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 EU53 LXE registered?

EU53 LXE is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is EU53 LXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU53 LXE shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EU53 LXE have outstanding finance?

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