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NK05 DZU

2005 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,615 mi
Last recorded44,615 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK05 DZU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 44,615 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2025 44,615 miles

Central Front Fork yoke insecure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2024 43,094 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 42,325 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 41,093 miles

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

Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 40,679 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 40,679 miles

Central Front Upper Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Central Rear Lower Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Lower Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 May 2019 39,193 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2018 35,977 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 33,124 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 31,020 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2015 27,909 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 25,082 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 22,254 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 15,160 miles

Nail in front tyre

Pass 19 Mar 2011 12,816 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2010 12,642 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2009 12,481 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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NK05 DZU is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NK05 DZU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK05 DZU registered?

NK05 DZU is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 9 April 2005.

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