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FY03 UUK

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

16,283 mi
Last recorded16,283 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 UUK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 16,283 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2026 16,274 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 15,651 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 15,547 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 15,073 miles

Exhaust noisy after market silencers (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 14,398 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 13,790 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 12,633 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 12,389 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2019 12,389 miles

Tyre incorrect because a radial tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply or bias belted tyre fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))

both handle bar end plugs/weights missing

Pass 12 May 2018 12,105 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 11,937 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 11,171 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 10,674 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 10,674 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose on caliper (3.2.A1j)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 9,600 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 8,624 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 7,850 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 7,145 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 6,566 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 6,077 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 6,077 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 May 2008 6,032 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 5,955 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 5,706 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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FY03 UUK is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 FY03 UUK, 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 FY03 UUK registered?

FY03 UUK is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is FY03 UUK safe to buy?

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