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GK04 FGX

2004 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

36,313 mi
Last recorded36,313 miles
Recorded on1 May 2012
Typical for 2004 Triumph Tiger24,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK04 FGX
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2012 36,313 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 1 May 2012 36,313 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 May 2011 34,918 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 9 May 2011 34,636 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Mar 2010 26,775 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 23 Mar 2010 26,775 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 22 Apr 2009 25,147 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 23,407 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 18,407 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 18,380 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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GK04 FGX is a 2004 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 24,815 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 GK04 FGX, 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 22 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GK04 FGX registered?

GK04 FGX is a 2004 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 12 August 2004.

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