Triumph Tiger 955I Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Triumph Tiger 955I reliable? We analysed 1,899 real MOT tests across 209 vehicles to find out.
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The Triumph Tiger 955I is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, roller brake test indicates a binding brake and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Triumph Tiger 955I.
Triumph Tiger 955I Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Triumph Tiger 955I. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Triumph Tiger 955I MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Triumph Tiger 955I to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Triumph Tiger 955I Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Triumph Tiger 955I fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Triumph Tiger 955I Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Triumph Tiger 955I owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Triumph Tiger 955I MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Triumph Tiger 955I year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 280 | 87.9% | 9,691 | 15,966 | 20,552 |
| 2006 | 204 | 86.3% | 14,906 | 26,927 | 42,854 |
| 2005 | 284 | 88.0% | 13,089 | 21,986 | 33,099 |
| 2004 | 300 | 87.3% | 12,288 | 20,850 | 32,482 |
| 2003 | 260 | 85.0% | 12,376 | 24,273 | 32,241 |
| 2002 | 161 | 85.1% | 9,083 | 16,196 | 34,855 |
| 2001 | 235 | 84.3% | 16,536 | 24,212 | 33,477 |
How Long Does a Triumph Tiger 955I Last?
Based on 209 Triumph Tiger 955I vehicles on UK roads.
Triumph Tiger 955I Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Triumph Tiger 955I MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Triumph Tiger 955I
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.0% MOT pass rate from 284 tests
84.3% MOT pass rate from 235 tests
The best year to buy a used Triumph Tiger 955I is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.0% across 284 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Triumph Tiger 955I Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triumph Tiger 955I THIS CAR | 87.2% | 1,899 | 21,141 mi | 25 yrs |
| Triumph Bonneville | 90.1% | 235,206 | 7,823 mi | 53 yrs |
| Triumph Tiger | 90.6% | 196,853 | 17,026 mi | 32 yrs |
| Triumph Sprint | 87.3% | 158,613 | 21,242 mi | 33 yrs |
| Audi A4 TDI | 74% | 1,750 | 163,814 mi | 15 yrs |
Compared to the Triumph Bonneville (90.1% pass rate) and the Triumph Tiger (90.6% pass rate), the Triumph Tiger 955I trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Triumph Tiger 955I has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.2% across 1,899 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Triumph Tiger 955I are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (18 recorded failures), roller brake test indicates a binding brake (11), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (6). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Triumph Tiger 955I owner drives around 1,014 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Triumph Tiger 955I models stay on UK roads for around 25 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.