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DK05 BLJ

2005 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,310 mi
Last recorded32,310 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 BLJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2026 32,310 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 31,044 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 29,813 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 28,552 miles

Drive chain has horseshoe type joint link fitted .[Not recommended for machine of this size.]

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 4 Jun 2021 41,901 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 40,833 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 40,552 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 40,456 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 40,253 miles

Rear rear shock has slightly reduced damping affect

Fail 4 May 2018 40,197 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 May 2017 39,461 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 34,850 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 34,850 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 32,910 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 29,314 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 26,485 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 25,167 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 22,508 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 14 Feb 2011 22,508 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 20,653 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 19,119 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 16,982 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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DK05 BLJ is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 23,022 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 DK05 BLJ, 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 21 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DK05 BLJ registered?

DK05 BLJ is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DK05 BLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 BLJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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