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WA53 CYJ

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,893 mi
Last recorded27,893 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 CYJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 27,893 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 27,456 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 27,084 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 26,289 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 24,661 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 24,105 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 23,300 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 22,641 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 22,263 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 21,358 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 20,606 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 19,281 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2012 19,281 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 16,956 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 16,482 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 16,055 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Sep 2008 14,201 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 11,300 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 7,895 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 7,895 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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WA53 CYJ 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 WA53 CYJ, 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 WA53 CYJ registered?

WA53 CYJ is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is WA53 CYJ safe to buy?

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