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FJ53 LCC

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,864 mi
Last recorded14,864 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 LCC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 30 Nov 2023 14,864 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 14,836 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 14,641 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 14,448 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 14,401 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 14,156 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 13,712 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 13,362 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 13,037 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 12,727 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 12,060 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 11,267 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 10,351 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 9,225 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 7,771 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 6,531 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 6,087 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 3,242 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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FJ53 LCC is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FJ53 LCC, 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.

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What year was FJ53 LCC registered?

FJ53 LCC is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FJ53 LCC safe to buy?

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