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BU53 CSO

2003 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

64,466 mi
Last recorded64,466 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 CSO
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 64,466 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 60,718 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 57,228 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 51,425 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 48,819 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 43,068 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 38,711 miles

Sidestand stop pin is bent

Pass 30 Mar 2017 34,584 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 29,558 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 24,068 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 19,798 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 16,363 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 12,975 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 12,975 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 12,633 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 12,631 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2009 11,724 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 11,215 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 9,682 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 7,486 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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BU53 CSO is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU53 CSO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 CSO registered?

BU53 CSO is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is BU53 CSO safe to buy?

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