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KR53 YZU

2004 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,386 mi
Last recorded44,386 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Triumph Tiger24,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 YZU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 44,386 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 41,236 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 Dec 2016 41,236 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 39,015 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 37,478 miles

front tyre has minimal cracks in tread pattern but not exposing any chords

Pass 13 Jun 2013 35,657 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 11 Jun 2013 35,657 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 33,050 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2012 33,050 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 31,353 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 28,798 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 29 Jun 2009 28,762 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 May 2008 26,281 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 22,057 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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KR53 YZU is a 2004 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KR53 YZU, 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 KR53 YZU registered?

KR53 YZU is a 2004 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 20 February 2004.

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