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NK03 VRN

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

42,360 mi
Last recorded42,360 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 VRN
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 42,360 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 41,726 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 40,420 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 40,027 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 39,132 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 38,578 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 36,084 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 33,331 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 31,752 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 28,273 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 24,351 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 23,789 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 21,752 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

chain requires lubrication

Fail 4 Sep 2012 21,752 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

chain requires lubrication

Pass 30 Aug 2011 20,225 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 19,407 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 19,407 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 15,143 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 13,860 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 12,598 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 10,802 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 VRN is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 VRN, 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 VRN registered?

NK03 VRN is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is NK03 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK03 VRN shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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