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RG53 GAO

2003 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

33,275 mi
Last recorded33,275 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG53 GAO
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 33,275 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 32,729 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 46,043 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 45,526 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 7 Sep 2019 45,526 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 44,217 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 44,217 miles

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2017 43,193 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 Feb 2017 43,193 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 41,927 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 41,927 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 8 Aug 2014 39,607 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Aug 2014 39,607 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 39,514 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 37,176 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 34,509 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 32,577 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 30,271 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 27,700 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 21,022 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 17,518 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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RG53 GAO is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 RG53 GAO, 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 RG53 GAO registered?

RG53 GAO is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is RG53 GAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG53 GAO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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