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BT59 MVL

2010 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,729 mi
Last recorded36,729 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2010 Triumph Tiger17,303 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT59 MVL
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 36,729 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2024 34,868 miles

Front Mudguard insecure Mudguard slightly broken ()

Pass 14 Apr 2023 32,889 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 32,197 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 31,689 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 31,171 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 31,171 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2019 27,486 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 23,152 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 23,152 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 20 May 2017 18,955 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 18,109 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 18,109 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 15,175 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 15,169 miles

Brake lever mounting cracked (3.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 16 May 2015 14,668 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 14,002 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 11,941 miles

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

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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BT59 MVL is a 2010 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2010 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 17,303 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 BT59 MVL, 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 16 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT59 MVL registered?

BT59 MVL is a 2010 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 12 January 2010.

Is BT59 MVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT59 MVL shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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