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LJ03 YUK

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,944 mi
Last recorded32,944 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 YUK
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 32,944 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 32,944 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 32,849 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 31,914 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 29,533 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 28,838 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 27,758 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2018 26,443 miles
Pass 1 May 2017 24,711 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 22,998 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 19,811 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 12,662 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 8,229 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 8,047 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 3 May 2012 8,047 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 7,681 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 7,466 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2010 7,466 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 May 2008 6,951 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2007 6,541 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 5,862 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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LJ03 YUK 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 85.7%.

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 LJ03 YUK, 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 LJ03 YUK registered?

LJ03 YUK is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 17 May 2003.

Is LJ03 YUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 YUK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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