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GJ59 GUG

2009 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,981 mi
Last recorded29,981 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger18,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ59 GUG
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 29,981 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 29,165 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 28,062 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 28,032 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 27,598 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 27,378 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 27,184 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 26,184 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 23,857 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 23,400 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 23,400 miles

Front Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 21,346 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 14,362 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 10,836 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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GJ59 GUG is a 2009 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 GJ59 GUG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ59 GUG registered?

GJ59 GUG is a 2009 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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