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DG53 HSK

2003 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,999 mi
Last recorded24,999 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 HSK
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 24,999 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 24,567 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 24,545 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 24,068 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 24,068 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 22,293 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 21,981 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 23 May 2013 21,981 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2012 18,664 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 16,147 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 12,302 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 11,680 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 9,606 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 9,443 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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DG53 HSK is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DG53 HSK, 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 DG53 HSK registered?

DG53 HSK is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is DG53 HSK safe to buy?

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