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OU03 KXH

2003 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

42,108 mi
Last recorded42,108 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Triumph Thunderbird12,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 KXH
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2022 42,108 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 41,901 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 41,660 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 41,302 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 41,124 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2016 39,773 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 39,963 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 36,824 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 35,686 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2012 32,066 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 32,066 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 28,285 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 May 2010 25,649 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 25,611 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 21,347 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 18,531 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 13,710 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 13,710 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Feb 2006 9,358 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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OU03 KXH is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 OU03 KXH, 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 OU03 KXH registered?

OU03 KXH is a 2003 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 March 2003.

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