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GX53 HTT

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

8,695 mi
Last recorded8,695 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 HTT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 8,695 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2017 8,688 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 8,679 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 8,647 miles

rear wearing low

Fail 10 Sep 2011 8,647 miles

Nearside Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Offside Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

rear wearing low

Pass 2 Sep 2010 8,474 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 8,474 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 10 Sep 2009 7,995 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 6,769 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 5,570 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 4,881 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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GX53 HTT is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GX53 HTT, 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 GX53 HTT registered?

GX53 HTT is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is GX53 HTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX53 HTT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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