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NK03 VRM

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

19,582 mi
Last recorded19,582 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 VRM
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 19,582 miles

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 19,000 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 18,544 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 17,829 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 15,265 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 12,696 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 9,811 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 25% (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 20 Jul 2018 9,811 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 25% (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 25 May 2017 4,615 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 May 2016 958 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 885 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 822 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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NK03 VRM is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 NK03 VRM, 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 NK03 VRM registered?

NK03 VRM is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is NK03 VRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK03 VRM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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