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NK03 ENM

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

47,861 mi
Last recorded47,861 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 ENM
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 47,861 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 47,264 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 47,245 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 46,031 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 46,025 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 44,464 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 44,423 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 44,282 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 44,282 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 May 2016 43,851 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 42,460 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 41,758 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 40,583 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 38,052 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 34,336 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2011 34,336 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 30,055 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 25,542 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 25,542 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fail 5 Jul 2008 19,658 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 19,658 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 14,734 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 10,899 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 10,895 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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NK03 ENM is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 NK03 ENM, 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 NK03 ENM registered?

NK03 ENM is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is NK03 ENM safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK03 ENM shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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