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VX03 CJE

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

31,102 mi
Last recorded31,102 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX03 CJE
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 31,102 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 30,176 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 28,877 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 28,551 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive TIGHT SPOTS (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 28 Jun 2022 28,551 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 28,356 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2017 25,437 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 25,437 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2016 22,115 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 22,112 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2015 19,007 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 19,007 miles

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 17,827 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 17,827 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2011 15,294 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 13,798 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

one bulb out in rear light.

Pass 4 Feb 2009 12,697 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 5,285 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 5,285 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 1,373 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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VX03 CJE is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VX03 CJE, 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 VX03 CJE registered?

VX03 CJE is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is VX03 CJE safe to buy?

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