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AF59 UPR

2009 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

37,694 mi
Last recorded37,694 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger18,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 UPR
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 37,694 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2026 37,694 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Mar 2025 37,549 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 33,788 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Linkage has slight play in bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2023 33,788 miles

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

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

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Linkage has slight play in bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 32,786 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 31,487 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 30,330 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 26,786 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 22,658 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 15,839 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 11,577 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 6,583 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 2,838 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 626 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 626 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 445 miles

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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AF59 UPR is a 2009 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AF59 UPR, 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 AF59 UPR registered?

AF59 UPR is a 2009 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 19 September 2009.

Is AF59 UPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 UPR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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