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FJ53 LDO

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,112 mi
Last recorded37,112 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 LDO
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2017 37,112 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 36,831 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 35,787 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 35,258 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 34,168 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 32,708 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 30,764 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 27,948 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 27,461 miles

Nearside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 26,289 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 23,913 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 18,567 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 LDO is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LDO, 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 FJ53 LDO registered?

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

Is FJ53 LDO safe to buy?

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