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FL59 GDX

2009 Triumph Tiger 1050

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

15,518 mi
Last recorded15,518 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger 105018,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 GDX
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 15,518 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 15,244 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 14,863 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 14,647 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 14,647 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Rear Hydraulic stop light switch sticking on (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2021 14,354 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 14,354 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Rear brake pedal (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 13,585 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 12,574 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2019 12,574 miles

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

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim reseat (5.2.3 (k))

Headlamp aim too high adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 12,500 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 12,480 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 12,319 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 23,146 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 1050?

Based on 17,430 MOT tests across 1,483 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,229
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 103
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 94
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 49
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FL59 GDX is a 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 18,797 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 1050 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FL59 GDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FL59 GDX registered?

FL59 GDX is a 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 2 October 2009.

Is FL59 GDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 GDX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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