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OU03 VJY

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

26,859 mi
Last recorded26,859 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 VJY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 26,859 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 24,287 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 24,236 miles

front fork travel reduced,possible incorrect air gap/oil level

Pass 10 Oct 2020 23,904 miles

Only one stop bulb working in rear light.

Pass 17 Apr 2019 23,047 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 22,480 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 22,287 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 22,287 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 21,218 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2015 20,153 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 19,695 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 19,459 miles

advise number plate light damaged

Pass 5 Jul 2011 19,236 miles

number plate light not working

Fail 30 Jun 2011 19,179 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Pass 7 May 2010 17,847 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 17,321 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 15,677 miles

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 13,772 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 10,788 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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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OU03 VJY is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 OU03 VJY, 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 OU03 VJY registered?

OU03 VJY is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 12 April 2003.

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The MOT history for OU03 VJY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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