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NK09 GKY

2009 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

47,772 mi
Last recorded47,772 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger18,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK09 GKY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 47,772 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2025 43,774 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 May 2025 43,774 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 39,928 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Mar 2024 39,913 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 May 2022 34,265 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 31,730 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2021 31,672 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Fail 29 Jan 2021 31,657 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2019 28,621 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 25,439 miles

Aftermarket silencer fitted with baffle

Fail 2 Jul 2018 25,439 miles

Aftermarket silencer fitted with baffle

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 15,046 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive dry (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 12,453 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 12,284 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 9,724 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 5,615 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 5,615 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 3,235 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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NK09 GKY is a 2009 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 18,438 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 NK09 GKY, 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 17 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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NK09 GKY is a 2009 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 20 June 2009.

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