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T900 MKN

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

20,343 mi
Last recorded20,343 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT900 MKN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 20,343 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 20,322 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 20,242 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 20,174 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 May 2021 19,639 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 19,026 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 18,964 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 18,964 miles

Stop lamp not working With front brake. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 18,885 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 18,885 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 18,637 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 18,100 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 17,565 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Nov 2013 17,505 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Dec 2012 17,145 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 1 Dec 2012 17,145 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Apr 2012 16,402 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 13,111 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 11,292 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 9,199 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 8,458 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 7,191 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Mar 2006 6,248 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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T900 MKN is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 T900 MKN, 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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T900 MKN is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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