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OE03 DKY

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,328 mi
Last recorded17,328 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 DKY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025 17,328 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 17,060 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 16,239 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 15,890 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 14,904 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 14,448 miles

Rear Tyre trad centres perishing

Pass 14 Jun 2019 14,195 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 14,111 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 14,004 miles

Number plate light not working

Pass 17 Jun 2016 13,907 miles

Front Side light not working

Pass 15 Jun 2015 13,745 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 13,556 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 13,437 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 13,302 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 13,271 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 13,202 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 12,974 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 12,728 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 11,717 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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 DKY is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DKY, 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 DKY registered?

OE03 DKY is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is OE03 DKY safe to buy?

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