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VU03 YTJ

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

6,337 mi
Last recorded6,337 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 YTJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 6,337 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 6,204 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 5,519 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 5,320 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 5,308 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 5,308 miles

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2019 5,227 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 5,220 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 5,207 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 5,166 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 5,150 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 5,118 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 5,030 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 4,959 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 3,824 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 3,646 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 2,741 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 1,492 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 1,322 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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VU03 YTJ is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 VU03 YTJ, 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 VU03 YTJ registered?

VU03 YTJ is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is VU03 YTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 YTJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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