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GX03 NGY

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

25,337 mi
Last recorded25,337 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 NGY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 25,337 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 23,846 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 23,135 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 22,317 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 21,896 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 20,411 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 19,709 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 19,587 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 19,587 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 19,227 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 18,921 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 17,652 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 16,668 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 15,825 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 15,033 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 14,510 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 13,522 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 13,460 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 13,180 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 12,523 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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GX03 NGY is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GX03 NGY, 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 GX03 NGY registered?

GX03 NGY is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is GX03 NGY safe to buy?

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