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RH53 RGH

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

13,448 mi
Last recorded13,448 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRH53 RGH
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 13,448 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 12,944 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 12,578 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 12,133 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 11,153 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 10,224 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 9,341 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 8,555 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 7,586 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2015 6,507 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 5,508 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 5,508 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 3,071 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 2,652 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 1,845 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 1,545 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 5 May 2007 1,417 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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RH53 RGH is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RH53 RGH, 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 RH53 RGH registered?

RH53 RGH is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is RH53 RGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RH53 RGH shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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