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GN03 BXD

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,534 mi
Last recorded36,534 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 BXD
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 36,534 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 36,290 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 36,180 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Fail 9 Apr 2021 36,180 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 35,842 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 35,390 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 35,210 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 35,210 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 35,095 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 32,409 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 23,678 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 18,344 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 18,344 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 20 May 2011 16,312 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 14,776 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2009 13,532 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 13,505 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2008 12,154 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 7,444 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 3,473 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 BXD is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BXD, 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 GN03 BXD registered?

GN03 BXD is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 8 March 2003.

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