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LX55 ETJ

2005 Triumph Tiger

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

42,494 mi
Last recorded42,494 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 ETJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 42,494 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 42,432 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2024 41,974 miles

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

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 41,651 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 41,308 miles

Central Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 27 Jul 2022 41,280 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 40,650 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 37,974 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 35,664 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 35,158 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 34,724 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 31,875 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 28,837 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 28,832 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 28,302 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 27,919 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 27,645 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 27,645 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 20,340 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 ETJ is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 ETJ, 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 ETJ registered?

LX55 ETJ is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is LX55 ETJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX55 ETJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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