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GK03 OTT

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

13,437 mi
Last recorded13,437 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK03 OTT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 13,437 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 13,131 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 13,079 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 13,078 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 12,829 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 12,595 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 12,558 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 12,558 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2016 12,533 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 12,527 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 12,502 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 12,492 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 12,417 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 12,301 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 12,051 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 11,262 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 9,354 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 7,232 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 4,986 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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GK03 OTT is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GK03 OTT, 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 GK03 OTT registered?

GK03 OTT is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 21 July 2003.

Is GK03 OTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK03 OTT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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