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GX53 NVZ

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,696 mi
Last recorded27,696 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 NVZ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2022 27,696 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 27,589 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 27,506 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 26,514 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 26,192 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 24,638 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 23,075 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 21,588 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 19,783 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 19,783 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 17 May 2010 18,196 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 15,163 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 12,684 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 12,684 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Pass 4 May 2007 10,224 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 NVZ is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 NVZ, 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 GX53 NVZ registered?

GX53 NVZ is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 4 October 2003.

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