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PX03 KBU

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,369 mi
Last recorded19,369 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX03 KBU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 19,369 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2025 19,369 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 8 May 2024 19,167 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 18,926 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 18,644 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 18,535 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 17,064 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 17,064 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2017 16,370 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 15,045 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 14,368 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 28 May 2015 14,368 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 13,932 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 11,481 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 10,637 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 8,184 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 4,844 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 3,383 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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PX03 KBU 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 83.3%.

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 PX03 KBU, 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 PX03 KBU registered?

PX03 KBU is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 23 July 2003.

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