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GX53 NXE

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,315 mi
Last recorded23,315 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 NXE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022 23,315 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 23,218 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 22,976 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 22,607 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Apr 2013 22,129 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 20,091 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 18,300 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 18,295 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2010 15,248 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

One fixing bolt missing from dualseat fixing, but seat still secured to vehicle

Pass 7 May 2009 11,734 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 7,332 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 2,577 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 2,487 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 NXE is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GX53 NXE, 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 NXE registered?

GX53 NXE is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is GX53 NXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX53 NXE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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