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YJ03 YGT

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,119 mi
Last recorded27,119 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 YGT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2026 27,119 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 26,334 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 25,516 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 24,670 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 24,124 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 23,099 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 22,402 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 21,698 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 21,215 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 20,869 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 20,357 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 20,339 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 20,019 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 19,448 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 9,448 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 19,360 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 18,154 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 15,791 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 13,778 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 12,307 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 11,156 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 9,125 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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YJ03 YGT is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 YJ03 YGT, 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 YJ03 YGT registered?

YJ03 YGT is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is YJ03 YGT safe to buy?

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