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OE03 DDN

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

7,013 mi
Last recorded7,013 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 DDN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2025 7,013 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 6,941 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 6,904 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 6,622 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 5,914 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 5,914 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 5,702 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 5,150 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 4,902 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 4,747 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 4,568 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 4,383 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 4,190 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 4,076 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 May 2009 3,914 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 3,522 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 3,206 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 2,630 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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OE03 DDN is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 OE03 DDN, 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 OE03 DDN registered?

OE03 DDN is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is OE03 DDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE03 DDN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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