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NK53 TGY

2003 Triumph Tiger 955I

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

30,660 mi
Last recorded30,660 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger 955I24,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 TGY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 955I
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 30,660 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs slightly pitted & worn - not excessive (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lock nut missing from front tyre valve

Front Minor coolant leak visible on nearside of radiator core - not excessive

Pass 11 Sep 2021 29,555 miles

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

Offside Front front mudguard close to tyre

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

Rear suspension has slightly reduced damping effect

Pass 28 Sep 2020 25,764 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 15,811 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 14,313 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 13,127 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 11,967 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 11,967 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2015 10,545 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 9,740 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 8,241 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 7,270 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 5,504 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 5,331 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 4,446 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 3,980 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 2,889 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 955I?

Based on 1,899 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
1,014
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Drive chain excessively loose 6
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 5
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NK53 TGY is a 2003 Triumph Tiger 955I in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Tiger 955I models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 24,273 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger 955I fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK53 TGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 955I typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Tiger 955I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NK53 TGY registered?

NK53 TGY is a 2003 Triumph Tiger 955I, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is NK53 TGY safe to buy?

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