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PO53 HPU

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,439 mi
Last recorded38,439 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 HPU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2022 38,439 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2019 37,824 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 35,909 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 33,110 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 31,163 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 29,463 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 27,244 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2011 26,576 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 22,095 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 17,179 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 15,324 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 14,764 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 9,477 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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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PO53 HPU is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 PO53 HPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PO53 HPU registered?

PO53 HPU is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 9 October 2003.

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