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MW03 VFL

2003 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

53,477 mi
Last recorded53,477 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW03 VFL
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 53,477 miles

Central Front Slight oil leak front sprocket area

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

Rear Sqeak on rear wheel when rotated

Throttle slighly slow to return.

Pass 2 Feb 2024 53,116 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2024 53,112 miles

Stop lamp not working With front brake applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 51,478 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 51,478 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 49,838 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 48,076 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 47,602 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 47,038 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 46,795 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 46,795 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 45,082 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 43,208 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 42,222 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 40,527 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 37,534 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 31,769 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 27,674 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 24,699 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 20,233 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 16,690 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 7,053 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 VFL is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 MW03 VFL, 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.

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What year was MW03 VFL registered?

MW03 VFL is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is MW03 VFL safe to buy?

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