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DK04 FTD

2004 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

53,170 mi
Last recorded53,170 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Tiger24,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 FTD
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 May 2026 53,170 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect does not return stays down (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 May 2026 53,016 miles

Front Steering operation impeded by a fairing right hand lock (2.1.4 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 May 2025 47,513 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 44,526 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 42,516 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 40,507 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 39,943 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 39,153 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 36,196 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 35,123 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 29,643 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2015 23,602 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 18,512 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 17,116 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 16,730 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 5 Aug 2011 16,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2010 15,932 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 14,873 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 10,077 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 8,431 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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DK04 FTD is a 2004 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 24,815 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 DK04 FTD, 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 22 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 DK04 FTD registered?

DK04 FTD is a 2004 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 18 March 2004.

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