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GX53 KBK

2004 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

15,685 mi
Last recorded15,685 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Tiger24,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 KBK
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 15,685 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 15,547 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 15,399 miles

Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2023 15,372 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 15,256 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 15,137 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Upper Suspension rod ball joint worn, but not excessively shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 15,026 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 14,912 miles

Upper Shock absorber slightly loose shock bush (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2018 14,912 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Upper Shock absorber slightly loose shock bush (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 14,821 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 14,968 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 14,653 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2014 14,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 14,179 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 13,739 miles

oil pipe corroded very badly

Pass 11 Sep 2010 13,424 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 11,007 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 8,293 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 8,292 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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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GX53 KBK is a 2004 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GX53 KBK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX53 KBK registered?

GX53 KBK is a 2004 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 31 January 2004.

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