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PN03 ULC

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

29,166 mi
Last recorded29,166 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN03 ULC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 29,166 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 27,872 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 26,481 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 25,821 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 25,339 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 24,580 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 24,489 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 22,564 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 21,728 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 20,166 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 17,046 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 17,046 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 15,119 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 12,416 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 9,211 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 6,320 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 5,967 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 4,526 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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PN03 ULC is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange 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 PN03 ULC, 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 PN03 ULC registered?

PN03 ULC is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is PN03 ULC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN03 ULC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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