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PL55 EMM

2017 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,531 mi
Last recorded20,531 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Triumph Tiger12,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL55 EMM
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 20,531 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2026 20,531 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 18,596 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 16,901 miles

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

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 13,890 miles

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

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2023 13,886 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 11,216 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 9,066 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 8,308 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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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PL55 EMM is a 2017 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.7% with a typical mileage of 12,533 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 PL55 EMM, 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 9 years old, this Triumph Tiger is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PL55 EMM registered?

PL55 EMM is a 2017 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 3 March 2017.

Is PL55 EMM safe to buy?

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