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RH03 HOW

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,919 mi
Last recorded4,919 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRH03 HOW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2026 4,919 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 4,854 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 3,624 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 2,660 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 2,558 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 2,456 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 2,349 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 2,244 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 1,742 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 1,453 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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RH03 HOW is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RH03 HOW, 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 RH03 HOW registered?

RH03 HOW is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is RH03 HOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RH03 HOW shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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