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FJ09 BGF

2009 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,989 mi
Last recorded43,989 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger18,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ09 BGF
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 43,989 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2026 43,948 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 43,102 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 42,783 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 42,781 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front tyre out of shape

Rear tyre out of shape

Pass 29 Mar 2023 42,340 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 39,814 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 36,305 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 36,305 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 31,046 miles

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Fail 13 Apr 2019 31,046 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 25,143 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 21,421 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 16,432 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 15,309 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 13,986 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 12,919 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 9,321 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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FJ09 BGF is a 2009 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 18,438 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 FJ09 BGF, 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 17 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ09 BGF registered?

FJ09 BGF is a 2009 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 4 April 2009.

Is FJ09 BGF safe to buy?

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