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BYZ 1245

2006 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

50,202 mi
Last recorded50,202 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Triumph Tiger21,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYZ 1245
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 50,202 miles

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

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Pass 19 Jun 2021 39,852 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 35,251 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 34,640 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 33,902 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 33,666 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 28,299 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 24,414 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Sep 2014 24,411 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 18,113 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 14,793 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 12,050 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 9,266 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2010 9,266 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Sep 2009 4,267 miles

Rear 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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BYZ 1245 is a 2006 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 21,726 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 BYZ 1245, 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 20 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 BYZ 1245 registered?

BYZ 1245 is a 2006 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 24 October 2006.

Is BYZ 1245 safe to buy?

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