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LV51 YRY

2001 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

52,381 mi
Last recorded52,381 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Tiger25,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 YRY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 52,381 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2025 52,052 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 51,995 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

minor oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2021 50,076 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 49,674 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 48,690 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 47,888 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 46,922 miles

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

Offside Front Footrest broken

Fail 11 Aug 2017 46,922 miles

Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

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

Offside Front Footrest broken

Pass 12 Aug 2016 46,084 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Jul 2015 44,991 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 43,843 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 42,006 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 40,502 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 39,819 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 38,908 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 38,908 miles

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 37,329 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))

RBT shows BINDING on FRONT BRAKE. LESS than 10% of MAXIMUM BRAKE EFFORT.

RBT shows BINDING on REAR BRAKE. LESS than 10% of MAXIMUM BRAKE EFFORT.

Fail 3 Dec 2007

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 36,187 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 36,187 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2006 35,343 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 31,701 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2005 31,701 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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LV51 YRY is a 2001 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LV51 YRY, 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.

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What year was LV51 YRY registered?

LV51 YRY is a 2001 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is LV51 YRY safe to buy?

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