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MX55 VBT

2005 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

67,465 mi
Last recorded67,465 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX55 VBT
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 67,465 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 65,032 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 64,751 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 64,751 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension rod fractured broken (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2022 64,268 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 62,064 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 59,773 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2019 54,770 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 49,134 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 43,378 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 32,820 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 32,100 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 30,616 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 28,467 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 24,218 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 21,139 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 18,059 miles

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

R/H footrest slightly loose.

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 12,838 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 10,475 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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MX55 VBT is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 MX55 VBT, 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.

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What year was MX55 VBT registered?

MX55 VBT is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is MX55 VBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX55 VBT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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