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LX55 ETF

2005 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

57,242 mi
Last recorded57,242 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 ETF
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 57,242 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively REQUIRES ATTENTION! (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2025 57,242 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced less than <50% of the LED lights working (4.4.3 (a))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively REQUIRES ATTENTION! (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 56,375 miles

Front Brake lever worn, but not excessively FRONT BRAKE LEVER SLIGHTLY BENT (1.1.15 (b))

Fail 8 Oct 2024 56,375 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls FRONT BRAKE LIGHT NOT WORKING (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever worn, but not excessively FRONT BRAKE LEVER SLIGHTLY BENT (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 53,675 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Mar 2023 53,675 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 51,152 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 51,119 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick o/s & n/s (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2021 48,203 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

lights masked off at time off test

Pass 16 Mar 2020 45,880 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 45,880 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 44,872 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 41,683 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 38,140 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 36,179 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 34,576 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 32,576 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 30,884 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 28,645 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 28,132 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 23,921 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 23,921 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 19,170 miles

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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LX55 ETF is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 23,022 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 LX55 ETF, 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 21 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 LX55 ETF registered?

LX55 ETF is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 4 November 2005.

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