CarVerify

Free Car Check

HW15 ECY

2015 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 800cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,198 mi
Last recorded21,198 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2015 Triumph Tiger14,944 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW15 ECY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 21,198 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit on 2mm ish (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 22 Nov 2025 21,198 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick and rear brake fluid very low (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm, splits in side wall can't see coreds (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess light cracks around spokes (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2024 19,700 miles

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

front tyre slight puncture

Fail 23 Nov 2024 19,700 miles

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

front tyre slight puncture

Pass 18 Nov 2023 18,020 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2023 18,017 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 16,323 miles

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

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2022 16,323 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2021 13,999 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 1.2mm left, limit is 1mm (1.1.13 (a))

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

Offside Rear panier mounting bar missing securing bolt

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn very uneven! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 12,104 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 7,832 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 5,821 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

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
Full Triumph Tiger reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HW15 ECY is a 2015 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2015 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 14,944 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 HW15 ECY, 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 11 years old, this Triumph Tiger is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HW15 ECY?

You can check the full history of HW15 ECY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HW15 ECY registered?

HW15 ECY is a 2015 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 25 April 2015.

Is HW15 ECY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW15 ECY shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HW15 ECY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HW15 ECY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.