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NK53 TGJ

2003 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

36,855 mi
Last recorded36,855 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 TGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2024 36,855 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 35,550 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 29,182 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 23,769 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 21,027 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

can not inspect fork stanchion due to gaiters fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2019 16,256 miles

Nearside Front unable to check fork seal due to gaitor

Offside Front unable to check fork seal due to gaitor

Fail 22 Mar 2019 16,256 miles

Central Rear Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

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

Nearside Front unable to check fork seal due to gaitor

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

Offside Front unable to check fork seal due to gaitor

Pass 21 Apr 2018 14,612 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 13,864 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 12,628 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 12,628 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 11,037 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 7,701 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 12 Apr 2014 7,701 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 5,288 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 5,209 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 4,835 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 4,501 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 4,410 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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NK53 TGJ is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 NK53 TGJ, 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 NK53 TGJ registered?

NK53 TGJ is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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