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KV53 MPU

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

34,488 mi
Last recorded34,488 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 MPU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 34,488 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 28,126 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 26,947 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2023 26,668 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 May 2023 26,668 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front switch inoperative (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 26,312 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 24,047 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 21,742 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 21,483 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 20,768 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 20,372 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2015 20,355 miles

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

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

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

Pass 15 May 2014 18,902 miles

front and rear tyres have small but deep cuts

Fail 1 May 2014 18,887 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front and rear tyres have small but deep cuts

Fail 16 Jul 2013 18,578 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 18,578 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 18,080 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 16,181 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2010 15,658 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 14,609 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 13,868 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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KV53 MPU is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 24,772 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 KV53 MPU, 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 23 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KV53 MPU registered?

KV53 MPU is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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