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LJ04 VCP

2004 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

61,436 mi
Last recorded61,436 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Tiger24,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 VCP
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 61,436 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2025 55,315 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 49,199 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 May 2022 48,445 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 45,133 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 44,339 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 42,703 miles

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

Rear brake pads wearing

very slight corrosion to some engine parts

Pass 19 May 2018 42,172 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2017 40,770 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2016 38,752 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 36,566 miles

rear tyre getting flat in centre and centre tread wearing

Pass 16 May 2014 35,963 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 35,484 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 33,908 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 15 Sep 2011 33,906 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 May 2010 30,500 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 27,339 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 26,486 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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LJ04 VCP is a 2004 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ04 VCP, 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.

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LJ04 VCP is a 2004 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 May 2004.

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