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KR53 ZBF

2004 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

48,067 mi
Last recorded48,067 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Tiger24,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 ZBF
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 48,067 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 48,026 miles

Front Suspect brake disc stating to fracture

Pass 9 Aug 2022 47,387 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 47,334 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 46,649 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 46,591 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 46,355 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 45,890 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 45,489 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 44,836 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 22 Oct 2014 44,836 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 44,207 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

r/h dip bulb not working

Pass 6 Oct 2012 42,651 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 39,922 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 37,741 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 30,557 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 1 Sep 2009 30,518 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 19,689 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 8,784 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 ZBF 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 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ZBF, 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 ZBF registered?

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

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The MOT history for KR53 ZBF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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