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LA55 WKV

2005 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,471 mi
Last recorded26,471 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 WKV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 26,471 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 25,700 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 24,148 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 23,067 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 23,067 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Indicators affected by operation a horn.

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Rear position lamp by indicators (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 22,969 miles

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

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 19,936 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2019 18,103 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 17,622 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 17,622 miles

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 3 May 2017 16,176 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 15,091 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 13,220 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 13,210 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 39,164 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 15,610 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 13,724 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 9,836 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 4,269 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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LA55 WKV is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 23,022 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 LA55 WKV, 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 21 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LA55 WKV registered?

LA55 WKV is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 10 December 2005.

Is LA55 WKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA55 WKV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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