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HX03 EPE

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

23,184 mi
Last recorded23,184 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 EPE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 23,184 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 23,070 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 22,963 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 22,565 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 22,256 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 22,158 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 21,821 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 19,979 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 19,979 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 16,260 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 13,485 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 13,445 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2012 12,080 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 11,905 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2008 10,852 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 10,456 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 8,022 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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HX03 EPE is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HX03 EPE, 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 HX03 EPE registered?

HX03 EPE is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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The MOT history for HX03 EPE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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