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OY53 LKV

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,687 mi
Last recorded2,687 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 LKV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2024 2,687 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 2,554 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2014 2,425 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2012 1,935 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 1,796 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 1,580 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 1,442 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 1,413 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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OY53 LKV is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 OY53 LKV, 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 OY53 LKV registered?

OY53 LKV is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is OY53 LKV safe to buy?

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