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LJ56 GKG

2006 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,572 mi
Last recorded17,572 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Triumph Tiger21,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 GKG
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 17,572 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 17,034 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 17,010 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Nearside Rear Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2023 16,968 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 16,995 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 16,858 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 16,709 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 16,513 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 16,405 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 16,222 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 16,076 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 15,645 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 15,556 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 15,574 miles

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

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

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

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Pass 19 Oct 2010 14,407 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 9,801 miles

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

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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LJ56 GKG is a 2006 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 21,726 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 LJ56 GKG, 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 20 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 LJ56 GKG registered?

LJ56 GKG is a 2006 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 26 October 2006.

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