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GK04 LVU

2004 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,140 mi
Last recorded25,140 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Tiger24,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK04 LVU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 25,140 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 24,633 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 23,905 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2023 23,905 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 23,013 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2022 23,011 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 22,079 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 21,993 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 21,959 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 21,919 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 21,688 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 19,555 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 17,413 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2014 15,682 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 10,480 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 8,615 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 6,606 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 4,636 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 4,199 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2008 4,199 miles

Centre Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Aug 2007 4,123 miles

Nearside Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 4,123 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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GK04 LVU is a 2004 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LVU, 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 LVU registered?

GK04 LVU is a 2004 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 10 July 2004.

Is GK04 LVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK04 LVU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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