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LY09 FFU

2009 Triumph Tiger 1050

White Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,994 mi
Last recorded44,994 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger 105018,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY09 FFU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 44,994 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2025 44,973 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 42,966 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 39,031 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2023 39,031 miles

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

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 38,442 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 36,883 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 36,883 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 35,009 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 34,334 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 30,966 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 7 Jul 2018 30,966 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2017 28,750 miles

Drive chain slightly tight CHAIN HAS TIGHT SPOT (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 25,301 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 20,183 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 15,323 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 8,012 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 23 May 2012 5,889 miles

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 1050?

Based on 17,430 MOT tests across 1,483 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,229
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 103
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 94
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 49
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LY09 FFU is a 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 in White with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 18,797 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 1050 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY09 FFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY09 FFU registered?

LY09 FFU is a 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 1 August 2009.

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