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RW05 VJW

2005 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

22,562 mi
Last recorded22,562 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRW05 VJW
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 22,562 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 22,496 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 22,494 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 22,389 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 22,129 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 21,626 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 21,018 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 20,755 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 20,630 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 20,216 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 19,029 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 31 Aug 2016 19,029 miles

Nearside Front Lower Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Centre Front Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 18,934 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. rear wheel spindle incorrectly adjusted (2.5.1)

Fail 6 Jun 2016 18,934 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. rear wheel spindle incorrectly adjusted (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 18,240 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 18,212 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 17,581 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 17,581 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 17,272 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2010 17,272 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 14,659 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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RW05 VJW is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 23,022 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 RW05 VJW, 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 21 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RW05 VJW registered?

RW05 VJW is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 2 August 2005.

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