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LJ53 GVO

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

42,027 mi
Last recorded42,027 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 GVO
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 42,027 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 May 2025 41,526 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 May 2025 41,526 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 40,387 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 25/30kgs (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 13 Apr 2024 40,387 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 25/30kgs (1.2.1 (e))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 40,153 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 39,153 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 38,122 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 35,363 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 31,410 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 28,107 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 21,506 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 16,095 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 25 Mar 2014 16,095 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 12,044 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 8,737 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 8,730 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 7,286 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 5,909 miles

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

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

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

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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LJ53 GVO is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LJ53 GVO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ53 GVO registered?

LJ53 GVO is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 16 October 2003.

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The MOT history for LJ53 GVO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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