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MW03 SZG

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

48,816 mi
Last recorded48,816 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW03 SZG
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 48,816 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2025 48,791 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 48,267 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 47,478 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 45,390 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 41,087 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2015 37,279 miles

rear brake binds slightly

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 32,297 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2014 29,486 miles

REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY SQUARE IN THE MIDDLE

Pass 20 Oct 2012 19,339 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 8,835 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 8,817 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2009 8,758 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 8,701 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 8,618 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 8,509 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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MW03 SZG is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 24,772 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MW03 SZG, 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 23 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 MW03 SZG registered?

MW03 SZG is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 23 July 2003.

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