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R9 RNW

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

19,586 mi
Last recorded19,586 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR9 RNW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 19,586 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 19,084 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 17,875 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 17,325 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 16,299 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 15,699 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 14,953 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 14,552 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 14,143 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 14,143 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 13,942 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 13,608 miles

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

l/h indictor warning light does not function but lamp can be seen from riding position

Pass 16 Jun 2015 12,834 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 12,230 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 12,230 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2013 10,953 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 10,170 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 8,679 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 7,933 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 7,365 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 6,313 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 5,915 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 4,424 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 4,424 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 4,356 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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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R9 RNW is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 R9 RNW, 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 R9 RNW registered?

R9 RNW is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 5 July 2003.

Is R9 RNW safe to buy?

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