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KR53 ZBJ

2004 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

81,743 mi
Last recorded81,743 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Tiger24,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 ZBJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 81,743 miles

rear brake discs worn

slight bind front brakes

temp repair all indicaters

Fail 29 Dec 2025 81,743 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 81,291 miles

temp repair front indicators

Pass 24 Nov 2023 80,903 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 80,556 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2022 80,556 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Sticking on (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 79,422 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 79,422 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 78,933 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2019 74,613 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 69,669 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2017 61,646 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 61,646 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 May 2016 52,591 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2016 52,591 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2015 39,088 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 25,796 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 25,023 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 25,023 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 21,527 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 17,706 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 11,889 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 10,582 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 8,194 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 7,601 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 ZBJ is a 2004 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 ZBJ, 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 KR53 ZBJ registered?

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

Is KR53 ZBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 ZBJ shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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