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HW53 FVR

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

24,348 mi
Last recorded24,348 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW53 FVR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 24,348 miles

Rear tyre age : 2014

Pass 27 Nov 2024 24,081 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 23,525 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 23,025 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 23,025 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 22,412 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 21,919 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 21,065 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 19,784 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 19,784 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 18,333 miles

Central Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Nov 2016 17,188 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 16,227 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 15,678 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 14,730 miles

Centre Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Nov 2013 14,730 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 13,384 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 13,262 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 13,157 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 13,128 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 12,178 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 9,127 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 5,136 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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HW53 FVR is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 HW53 FVR, 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 HW53 FVR registered?

HW53 FVR is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is HW53 FVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW53 FVR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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