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MW03 SZR

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,770 mi
Last recorded40,770 miles
Recorded on21 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW03 SZR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2021 40,770 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 39,931 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 39,931 miles

Centre Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 37,695 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 32,392 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 29,325 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 26,408 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 21,183 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 16,541 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 12,080 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 8,958 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 5,819 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 3,545 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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MW03 SZR is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 MW03 SZR, 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 MW03 SZR registered?

MW03 SZR is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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The MOT history for MW03 SZR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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