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MX03 VJK

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,106 mi
Last recorded2,106 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 VJK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2022 2,106 miles

Chain rusty

Pass 18 Mar 2021 1,402 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 1,018 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 1,018 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 885 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 885 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 592 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 41 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 22,516 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 19,681 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 19,396 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 19,396 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 18,810 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 18,810 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 18,732 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 17,621 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 11,289 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 9,969 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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MX03 VJK is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MX03 VJK, 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 MX03 VJK registered?

MX03 VJK is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is MX03 VJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX03 VJK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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