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YB03 KVZ

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

13,410 mi
Last recorded13,410 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB03 KVZ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 13,410 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 13,063 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit showing approx 1.2mm tread in places (5.2.3 (e))

some oil on sidewall of rear tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2024 13,058 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre tread low centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Apr 2024 13,050 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre tread low centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2023 12,678 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2021 12,228 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 11,807 miles

front tyre getting low on tread in places

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 24 Apr 2019 11,241 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 10,303 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 9,472 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 8,630 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 7,656 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 6,670 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 6,313 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 5,714 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 4,763 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 4,091 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 2,970 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 2,425 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 1,609 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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YB03 KVZ is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 YB03 KVZ, 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 YB03 KVZ registered?

YB03 KVZ is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 14 June 2003.

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