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OU55 EWR

2005 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,027 mi
Last recorded21,027 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 EWR
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 21,027 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 20,392 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 19,985 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 1 Oct 2024 19,900 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements Not loud enough to to heard by other road users (7.7 (c))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 19,611 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 19,000 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 17,065 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Both (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 17,005 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 15,966 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 12,141 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 12,141 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 10,577 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 10,345 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 10,010 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 9,494 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 9,482 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 8,093 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 7,534 miles

rh footrest plate loose

Pass 24 Nov 2010 6,944 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 6,353 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 5,165 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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OU55 EWR is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OU55 EWR, 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 OU55 EWR registered?

OU55 EWR is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 19 November 2005.

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The MOT history for OU55 EWR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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