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EU53 LXC

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,196 mi
Last recorded15,196 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 LXC
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 15,196 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 14,830 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 14,610 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 14,331 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 14,331 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 10,483 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 10,175 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 May 2012 9,654 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 9,332 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 8,080 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 4,052 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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EU53 LXC is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 EU53 LXC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EU53 LXC registered?

EU53 LXC is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 11 October 2003.

Is EU53 LXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU53 LXC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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