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VO52 BVA

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

35,776 mi
Last recorded35,776 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO52 BVA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 35,776 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2024 33,570 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 31,725 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 29,596 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 28,274 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 26,952 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 25,448 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 24,492 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 22,050 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 20,743 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 20,326 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 19,681 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2013 19,681 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 19,530 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 19,308 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 19,231 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 May 2009 16,862 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 May 2008 14,708 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 12,315 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2007 12,315 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2006 8,778 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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VO52 BVA is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 12,173 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 VO52 BVA, 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 VO52 BVA registered?

VO52 BVA is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 8 February 2003.

Is VO52 BVA safe to buy?

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