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HF53 EFT

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,428 mi
Last recorded14,428 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 EFT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 14,428 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 13,667 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 13,667 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 12,645 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2017 12,645 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Tyre tread not clearly visible Front (4.1.3(i))

Pass 1 Jul 2016 12,217 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2015 11,653 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 11,653 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 10,996 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 10,020 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 10,020 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 9,201 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 9,178 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 8,683 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 8,068 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 7,155 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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HF53 EFT is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HF53 EFT, 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 HF53 EFT registered?

HF53 EFT is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is HF53 EFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 EFT shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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