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LX03 KNC

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

28,881 mi
Last recorded28,881 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 KNC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 28,881 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 28,630 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 28,326 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 28,213 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 27,663 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 26,558 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Fail 3 Oct 2019 26,558 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Nearside Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 27,274 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 26,087 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 26,087 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 19,918 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 6,572 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 5,510 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 4,526 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 4,521 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 3,476 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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LX03 KNC is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LX03 KNC, 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 LX03 KNC registered?

LX03 KNC is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 July 2003.

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