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KX56 HVW

2006 Triumph Tiger 1050

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

22,482 mi
Last recorded22,482 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Triumph Tiger 105023,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX56 HVW
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 22,482 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 19,709 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 18,473 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 17,533 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 17,345 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 16,990 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 15,329 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 14,087 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2017 11,880 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 10,208 miles

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

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

Fail 6 May 2016 10,208 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 May 2015 9,214 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Built up wheel has a loose bolt/s (4.2.1c)

Pass 11 May 2015 9,214 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2014 8,070 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 7,699 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 6,466 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 5,403 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 3,086 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 3,086 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 1050?

Based on 17,430 MOT tests across 1,483 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,229
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 103
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 94
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 49
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KX56 HVW is a 2006 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Tiger 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 23,301 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 1050 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX56 HVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KX56 HVW registered?

KX56 HVW is a 2006 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 28 September 2006.

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