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DX05 OTT

2005 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,787 mi
Last recorded38,787 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 OTT
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 38,787 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 36,781 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2023 36,575 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 35,830 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 35,830 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 35,410 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 34,907 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 34,411 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 32,868 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 32,004 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Offside headlamp inoperative.

Pass 30 Nov 2012 30,369 miles

Front suspension has restricted movement on full depression.

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 15 Oct 2011 27,654 miles

Front suspension travel stiff on full compression..

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 27,654 miles

Front suspension travel stiff on full compression..

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 19,043 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 14,269 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 10,899 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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DX05 OTT is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 DX05 OTT, 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 DX05 OTT registered?

DX05 OTT is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is DX05 OTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 OTT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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