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LJ51 ZPX

2001 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,012 mi
Last recorded37,012 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Tiger25,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 ZPX
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 37,012 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 34,745 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 34,652 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2019 34,652 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 34,575 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2018 34,575 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 31,537 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 31,377 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 31,358 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 26,150 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 21,761 miles

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

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

Slight judder on front brake

Fail 10 Mar 2008 21,757 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 13,925 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 5,214 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 5,199 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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 ZPX is a 2001 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ZPX, 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 ZPX registered?

LJ51 ZPX is a 2001 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 24 September 2001.

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The MOT history for LJ51 ZPX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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