MOT Status
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39,543 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
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))
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))
Offside Front tyre wearing edge
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))
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))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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What year was LJ53 FYV registered?
LJ53 FYV is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 November 2003.
Is LJ53 FYV safe to buy?
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