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GN03 BWU

2003 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

48,742 mi
Last recorded48,742 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 BWU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2023 48,742 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 48,063 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 48,023 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 46,910 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 46,910 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 46,902 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 43,906 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 42,325 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. Handlebars (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Jun 2015 42,325 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 40,157 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 38,763 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2014 38,763 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 15 May 2013 38,678 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 May 2012 36,141 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 36,069 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2011 30,730 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 30,730 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 27,420 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 24,797 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 22,229 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 18,922 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 18,922 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Mar 2006 14,541 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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GN03 BWU is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 GN03 BWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN03 BWU registered?

GN03 BWU is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is GN03 BWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN03 BWU shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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