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FJ51 LYF

2001 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

52,084 mi
Last recorded52,084 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2024
Typical for 2001 Triumph Tiger25,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 LYF
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2024 52,084 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 50,302 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 13 Jan 2023 50,294 miles

Fork yoke insecure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 48,738 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 46,577 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 43,867 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 41,908 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 39,197 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 35,921 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracked/perished (4.1.3(i))

Pass 24 Jan 2015 32,603 miles

Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 28,616 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 27,206 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 23,977 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 20,241 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 16,329 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 15,885 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 14,726 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 12,531 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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FJ51 LYF is a 2001 Triumph Tiger in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 25,815 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 FJ51 LYF, 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 25 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 FJ51 LYF registered?

FJ51 LYF is a 2001 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 22 September 2001.

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The MOT history for FJ51 LYF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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