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AA09 RAT

2009 Triumph Tiger

White Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

33,616 mi
Last recorded33,616 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger18,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA09 RAT
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 33,616 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 21 Apr 2026 33,605 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 32,611 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2023 32,611 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 31,282 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 May 2021 31,180 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2020 30,338 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 28,784 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 28,784 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

front tyre worn but, not close to limit

Pass 20 Apr 2018 27,391 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 26,745 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 26,745 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 25,338 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 24,190 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 23,130 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 22,137 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 2 Apr 2013 22,137 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 20,196 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger?

Based on 196,853 MOT tests across 24,469 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
1,327
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
24,469
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 812
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 793
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 629
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 374
Headlamp aim too low 304
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AA09 RAT is a 2009 Triumph Tiger in White with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 18,438 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 Tiger fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AA09 RAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 17 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AA09 RAT registered?

AA09 RAT is a 2009 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 16 April 2009.

Is AA09 RAT safe to buy?

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