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LA03 LKD

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

24,957 mi
Last recorded24,957 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA03 LKD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 24,957 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 24,237 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 23,681 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Gear change loose on spline fitment

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 22,202 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 22,070 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 22,023 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 21,577 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 21,168 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 20,661 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 20,661 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2015 19,808 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 18,993 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 18,192 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 18,009 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 16,703 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 14,176 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 10,576 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 8,900 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 6,083 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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LA03 LKD is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 LA03 LKD, 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 LA03 LKD registered?

LA03 LKD is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 August 2003.

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