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NK09 GKZ

2009 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger18,438 mi
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026
Pass 12 Apr 2025 34,898 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 33,998 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 33,531 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 32,696 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2022 32,969 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 31,338 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 28,306 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 25,244 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 23,120 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 22,382 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 19,633 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 16,707 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 14,618 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 13,302 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 13,302 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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 GKZ is a 2009 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GKZ, 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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What year was NK09 GKZ registered?

NK09 GKZ is a 2009 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 23 June 2009.

Is NK09 GKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK09 GKZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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