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OU05 AXX

2005 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

14,096 mi
Last recorded14,096 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 AXX
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 14,096 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 13,994 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Offside Front Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 May 2022 13,908 miles
Fail 13 May 2022

Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Apr 2021 13,755 miles

Rear very slight perishing in tread

Pass 20 Mar 2019 13,303 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 13,301 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working front brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 12,924 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 12,151 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear tyre slightly perished

Tape on headlight

Pass 14 Mar 2016 12,059 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front wheel slightly stiff to turn

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Tape on headlight

Fail 14 Mar 2016 12,059 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front wheel slightly stiff to turn

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Tape on headlight

Pass 5 Mar 2015 12,037 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 2 Mar 2015 12,037 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 11,880 miles

Cracks infront tyre wide walls

Fail 10 Mar 2014 11,880 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Cracks infront tyre wide walls

Pass 7 Mar 2013 11,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

rear shock has very little rebound???.

Pass 10 Mar 2012 11,542 miles

front tyre wall starting to perish recommend replacement

Pass 7 Mar 2011 11,148 miles

front tyre wall starting to perish

Pass 11 Mar 2010 10,388 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 10,329 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 9,953 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 6 Mar 2008 9,953 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2008 9,934 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 AXX is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 OU05 AXX, 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.

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What year was OU05 AXX registered?

OU05 AXX is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is OU05 AXX safe to buy?

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