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GK03 GZC

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

96,041 mi
Last recorded96,041 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK03 GZC
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 96,041 miles

Central Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 95,271 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 94,206 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 88,998 miles

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

Offside Rear Footrest cracked

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 80,839 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 70,784 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 65,987 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

speedo sensor alignment out

Pass 21 Sep 2013 62,174 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 59,528 miles

small crack in rear disc

Fail 27 Sep 2012 59,528 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

small crack in rear disc

Pass 23 Sep 2011 39,969 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 39,969 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 33,363 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 20,755 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 10,521 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 10,521 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2007 5,803 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

fork gaiters fitted unable to assess fork seals

ignition switch becoming insecure(shear bolts loose)

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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GK03 GZC is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 GK03 GZC, 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.

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What year was GK03 GZC registered?

GK03 GZC is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 10 July 2003.

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