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LJ53 FYV

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,543 mi
Last recorded39,543 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 FYV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 39,543 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 38,702 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 38,702 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 37,731 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 36,664 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 35,368 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0m (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6m (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 35,368 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0m (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6m (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 33,798 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing edge

Pass 21 Aug 2019 32,337 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 30,387 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 30,387 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 28,779 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 26,694 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 25,238 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 23,071 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 21,197 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 21,197 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2012 19,590 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 17,783 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 14,916 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 12,646 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 10,909 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 9,376 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 7,563 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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LJ53 FYV is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LJ53 FYV, 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 LJ53 FYV registered?

LJ53 FYV is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 November 2003.

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