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FY03 VNU

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

12,422 mi
Last recorded12,422 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 VNU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 12,422 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 12,147 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 11,695 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 11,444 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 10,917 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 10,190 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 10,190 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 9,989 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 8,806 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 8,720 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2016 8,567 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 8,465 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 8,312 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 8,171 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 8,042 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 8,033 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 7,801 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 7,441 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 7,195 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 6,174 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 6,174 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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 VNU is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 12,173 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 FY03 VNU, 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 FY03 VNU registered?

FY03 VNU is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is FY03 VNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY03 VNU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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