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OY53 VAM

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,087 mi
Last recorded14,087 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 VAM
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2020 14,087 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 14,087 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 13,248 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 12,992 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 12,407 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 11,475 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 9,802 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 8,879 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 8,242 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 8,242 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 8,164 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 7,999 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 7,999 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 7,276 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 6,509 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 6,509 miles

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 5,882 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 5,050 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 VAM is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OY53 VAM, 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 VAM registered?

OY53 VAM is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 November 2003.

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