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LJ51 LFX

2001 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

44,044 mi
Last recorded44,044 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Triumph Tiger25,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 LFX
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 44,044 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 44,040 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak ()

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 40,752 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 40,362 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 1 Feb 2013 40,356 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jan 2012 39,971 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 37,714 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 34,373 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 5 Mar 2007 34,373 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2005 29,056 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2005 28,866 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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LJ51 LFX is a 2001 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 25,815 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 LJ51 LFX, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ51 LFX registered?

LJ51 LFX is a 2001 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 18 September 2001.

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