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OU03 VHD

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,943 mi
Last recorded28,943 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 VHD
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 28,943 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 28,924 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 28,741 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 28,657 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 28,281 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 28,040 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 27,808 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 27,114 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 25,489 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 21,341 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 21,339 miles

Front Front suspension fouling which affects the movement of the front suspension. wiring (2.3.6a)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking wiring around front forks (6.1.1c)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 20,169 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 18,708 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 17,717 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 16,869 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 15,769 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 13,755 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 12,267 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 9 Apr 2009 12,267 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 11,238 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 3,208 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 2,268 miles

ignition switch/steering lock loose

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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OU03 VHD is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 OU03 VHD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU03 VHD registered?

OU03 VHD is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is OU03 VHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU03 VHD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OU03 VHD have outstanding finance?

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