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PK51 BWN

2001 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

29,069 mi
Last recorded29,069 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Tiger25,815 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK51 BWN
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2025 29,069 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2025 29,069 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 27,900 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 24,483 miles

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

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 19 Mar 2022 23,593 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 22,333 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2020 22,327 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Apr 2019 20,637 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 19,855 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 16,639 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 May 2015 13,405 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 11,410 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 10,515 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 10,496 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 10,370 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 10,289 miles

both tyres near legal limit plus slight deteration

Pass 18 Mar 2008 9,931 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

gear selector slightly bent

Pass 7 Mar 2007 7,688 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 4,741 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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PK51 BWN is a 2001 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 25,815 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 PK51 BWN, 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 25 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 PK51 BWN registered?

PK51 BWN is a 2001 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 4 December 2001.

Is PK51 BWN safe to buy?

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