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LJ03 PHF

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

33,388 mi
Last recorded33,388 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 PHF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 33,388 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 32,981 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 32,697 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 32,223 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 31,374 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 30,749 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 30,192 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 29,916 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 29,643 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 29,126 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 26,348 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 24,679 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 22,216 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 21,087 miles

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

headrace bearing indented when front raised

Pass 30 Sep 2008 19,291 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 16,225 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 16,223 miles

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 May 2006 12,101 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 12,101 miles

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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LJ03 PHF is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LJ03 PHF, 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 LJ03 PHF registered?

LJ03 PHF is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is LJ03 PHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 PHF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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