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OY53 VAD

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

21,396 mi
Last recorded21,396 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 VAD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 21,396 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 20,813 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 20,142 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 19,950 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 19,923 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 19,608 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 19,379 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 19,352 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 18,886 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 18,433 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 17,200 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 16,351 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 13,935 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 13,034 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 12,323 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 12,321 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 May 2008 11,561 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 8,793 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 VAD is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Black 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 OY53 VAD, 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 OY53 VAD registered?

OY53 VAD is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 November 2003.

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