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OU04 KBN

2004 Triumph Tiger

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

54,482 mi
Last recorded54,482 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Tiger24,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 KBN
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 54,482 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2026 54,482 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 53,235 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 45,854 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 44,350 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 42,423 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 40,227 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 39,474 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 38,713 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 36,799 miles

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

Steering head bearings slightly notchy

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 19 Jun 2018 36,799 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Steering head bearings slightly notchy

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 33,838 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 33,838 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 30,179 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 29,082 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 27,891 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 25,268 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 25,255 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 May 2012 23,012 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 19,650 miles

slight tight spot on headstock bearing

Pass 7 May 2009 16,465 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 11,942 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 8,730 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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OU04 KBN is a 2004 Triumph Tiger in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 24,815 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 OU04 KBN, 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 22 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OU04 KBN registered?

OU04 KBN is a 2004 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 18 May 2004.

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The MOT history for OU04 KBN shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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