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AY03 DLF

2003 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

35,642 mi
Last recorded35,642 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 DLF
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 35,642 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 33,404 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 31,625 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute all (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 16 Nov 2023 31,625 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute all (4.4.4 (a))

Stop lamp not working off handle bar control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 31,553 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 31,467 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 31,454 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 31,273 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 31,074 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 20,776 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 19,087 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 19 May 2014 18,232 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front tyre slightly out of shape.

Pass 19 May 2014 18,232 miles

front tyre slightly out of shape.

Pass 16 May 2013 17,691 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 May 2012 16,830 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2011 15,556 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 15,556 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 10,908 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 9,903 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 5,902 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 2,491 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 1,283 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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AY03 DLF is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 24,772 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 AY03 DLF, 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 23 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY03 DLF registered?

AY03 DLF is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 4 August 2003.

Is AY03 DLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 DLF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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