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OY53 LJN

2003 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

93,706 mi
Last recorded93,706 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 LJN
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 93,706 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 88,610 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 81,243 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 69,209 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 61,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2012 61,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 56,130 miles

Oil leak

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 47,850 miles

Front brake binding

Pass 19 Oct 2009 39,301 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 39,301 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 31,241 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 31,082 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2007 22,343 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2007 22,343 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 13,797 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 13,744 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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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OY53 LJN is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 OY53 LJN, 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.

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What year was OY53 LJN registered?

OY53 LJN is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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