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VX53 BYG

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,990 mi
Last recorded15,990 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 BYG
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 15,990 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 14,737 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 14,168 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 12,832 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 12,764 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 12,613 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 12,064 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 11,545 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 11,502 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 11,437 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 11,342 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 11,213 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 11,040 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 10,803 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 10,678 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 10,182 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 9,229 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 8,714 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 7,951 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 7,531 miles

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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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VX53 BYG is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VX53 BYG, 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 VX53 BYG registered?

VX53 BYG is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is VX53 BYG safe to buy?

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