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PJ53 NXT

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

49,891 mi
Last recorded49,891 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 NXT
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2024 49,891 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 48,451 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2023 48,451 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 47,154 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 45,168 miles

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 43,625 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 41,814 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 39,595 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 39,595 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 37,051 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 34,499 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 31,721 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 29,334 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 27,346 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Mar 2012 27,344 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 24,916 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 24,916 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 21,600 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Mar 2010 21,600 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 17,927 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 14,479 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 14,471 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2006 12,537 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 12,537 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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PJ53 NXT is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 PJ53 NXT, 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 PJ53 NXT registered?

PJ53 NXT is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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