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WA03 HPV

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,107 mi
Last recorded10,107 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 HPV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 10,107 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened fork stauntion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened fork stauntion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 10,087 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 10,052 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 10,003 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 9,951 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 9,951 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2019 9,908 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 13 Jun 2017 9,872 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 9,218 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 7,241 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 4,652 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 4,435 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 4,432 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 4,375 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 4,285 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 4,285 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 4,163 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 3,864 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 3,332 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 2,797 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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WA03 HPV 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 90%.

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 WA03 HPV, 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 WA03 HPV registered?

WA03 HPV is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is WA03 HPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA03 HPV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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