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OU05 AFA

2005 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

52,493 mi
Last recorded52,493 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 AFA
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 52,493 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 51,813 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 51,009 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 50,500 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 48,498 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 46,057 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 44,011 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 42,505 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 41,810 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 41,702 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 40,028 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2016 37,698 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 10 Feb 2016 37,691 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Offside Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 33,622 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 29,754 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 26,693 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 23,501 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 19,731 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 15,356 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 11,731 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 8,269 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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OU05 AFA is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 23,022 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 OU05 AFA, 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 21 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 OU05 AFA registered?

OU05 AFA is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is OU05 AFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 AFA shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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