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SV53 DCX

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

21,510 mi
Last recorded21,510 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 DCX
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 21,510 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 20,942 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 20,942 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 20,931 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy at centre. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre worn unevenly. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Rear tyre worn unevenly.

Pass 17 Aug 2019 20,736 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 19,976 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' To limit (2.2.1a)

Fail 5 May 2018 19,976 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' To limit (2.2.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 17,724 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 17,549 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 17,365 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 17,008 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 16,161 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 15,809 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 15,528 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 14,898 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 13,801 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 10,996 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2007 7,969 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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SV53 DCX is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon 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 SV53 DCX, 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 SV53 DCX registered?

SV53 DCX is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is SV53 DCX safe to buy?

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